WEEKLY SNAPSHOT

September 4, 2024

A huge congratulations to our own Sara Hickman for being inducted into Kiwanis last week. We are so proud! Pictured here with Sandy Kuznoz with Franks Glass and Jane Johnson of Quality Publishing. (Jessica Valentino with First Financial also joined!)

We are still accepting nominations for our 2024 Awards. Be sure to get your nominations in this week in order to be sure our great Fairfield City and Township businesses are recognized.

Today is also the deadline for our next Women Mean Business lunch. All the details and the link for tickets is below.

Have a great week!

Peggy

Click the calendar for details about all of our upcoming events!

NEW MEMBERS

MEMBER OPPORTUNITIES

Don't miss this chance to invest in yourself and connect with a community of like-minded professionals. Whether you are currently in a caregiving role or simply want to better understand how to support those who are, this event is for you.

September 16

11:15 AM - 1:00 PM

Oscar Station

8871 N Gilmore Rd, Fairfield, OH 45014

Tickets $30 per person 

Deadline to purchase tickets is September 4, 2024

Our keynote speaker, Rhonda Benson, brings a wealth of experience and insight to this important topic. As the Executive Director of NAMI Butler County, Rhonda has dedicated over a decade to supporting individuals and families affected by mental health issues. Her extensive involvement in local mental health initiatives, including the Butler County Suicide Prevention Coalition and the BC LOSS/DOSS team, makes her a leading voice on caregiver wellness and mental health advocacy.

CELEBRATIONS

September 9, 2024 2:00 PM

1460 Corydale Drive, Fairfield, Ohio

The Waterford at Fairfield to Open New Sports Bar for Residents

The Waterford at Fairfield is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its brand-new on-site sports bar for residents.

Pam Cupp, Sales Director at The Waterford at Fairfield, shared her excitement: "We are so excited to provide this fun sports bar for our residents, their families, and friends so we can have watch parties, Karaoke, game nights, and more.

The Waterford at Fairfield, part of Sonida Senior Living, offers a vibrant and supportive environment for seniors, featuring a range of services and amenities designed to enhance their quality of life. The new sports bar is a welcome addition, providing a lively social space for residents to enjoy.

The grand opening event will include refreshments, live entertainment, and an opportunity for area professionals to tour the new facility. This exciting new addition emphasizes The Waterford's commitment to enhancing the lifestyle and well-being of its residents.

For more information about The Waterford at Fairfield and its offerings, please visit The Waterford at Fairfield's Website.

JOB POSTINGS

CHAMBER MEMBER BENEFITS

As one of your SOCA benefits you can access Outsourced HR Solutions through Strategic HR.

If your organization has a lean or no HR department, you might benefit by using an Outsourced HR Solutions provider to manage some or all of your human resources function. Outsourcing your HR function can be a cost-effective and efficient way to meet your HR needs.

Clark Schaefer Strategic HR is an outsourced HR, Recruitment, and Training services provider partnering with organizations just like yours to help develop, strengthen, augment, or manage some or all of your human resources function. We give you the benefits of having experienced HR professionals dedicated to supporting your company’s HR, Recruiting, and Training needs without the burden of adding staff.

Would you like to know more? Sara can introduce you to our rep, just let her know. 

WEEKLY DIGEST

Demolitions Mark Route 4 Revitalization Milestone

The City of Fairfield continues to prioritize the revitalization of Route 4, a key commercial corridor extending more than five miles across the City. The upcoming demolition of several vacant and antiquated properties are milestone steps towards redevelopment within the corridor.

On the north end of Route 4, the former Pearl’s Diner building at 4696 Dixie Highway will meet the wrecking ball in September. The building has been vacant since Pearl’s Diner closed in 2018. Later this year, the City also anticipates removing the foundations, swimming pool, signage, and other remnants of the former Budget Inn property at 4670 Dixie Highway. Much of the hotel building was demolished in 2020 following a fire at the property, yet remnants remain and create an obstacle to redevelopment.

Demolition of the Pearl’s Diner and Budget Inn properties will be funded through a $300,000 grant from the Ohio Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program. The grant was obtained with assistance from the Butler County Land Bank.

Near the intersection of Route 4 and Mack Road, the former PNC Bank branch at 7075 Dixie Highway and former car wash/detailing business at 7051 Dixie Highway will be demolished by Anchor Associates to make way for a new Wawa gas station and convenience store. Both buildings have been vacant for several years and are in a deteriorated state. The City is cooperating with the developer of the project as it will require relocation of the Stockton Station Service Drive and other related infrastructure improvements. Demolition activities are expected to be begin in early September.

On the opposite side of Mack Road, the former Mango’s Tropical Oasis building at 7121 Dixie Highway is also planned for demolition. The vacant building was condemned following a fire in 2020, just months after a large section of the retaining wall on the property collapsed. Demolition of the building and remaining retaining wall is anticipated to start later this year thanks to a $293,750 grant also obtained from the Ohio Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program.

“Fairfield City Council has identified the revitalization of Route 4 as a strategic priority for the city. Much work has gone into advancing these redevelopment projects, and it is exciting to see active demolition of several vacant eyesore properties,” said Scott Timmer, Fairfield City Manager.