Message from Mayor Kapszukiewicz
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I was extremely impressed this week on a visit to
Argus Corp
. in North Toledo.
The dedicated employees who work for Argus customize Toledo-made
Jeep
Wranglers and Gladiators before they are sent all over the globe. It was a great experience and I was amazed how efficiently this company works. It was another example of how modernized our automotive-based industries have become. The really great news is that the company is growing and adding
jobs
to our economy. During the past eight weeks, Argus has added 140 jobs. The city's division of Economic Development does everything it can to promote economic growth, attract new businesses, and help existing companies like Argus thrive in Toledo.
Also this week, we
highlighted Toledo's commitment to inclusivity by
raising the Pride Flag
in honor of LGBTQ+
Pride Month. The flag will fly in front of One Government Center in place of the city flag through the end of June.
This gesture is just a small way we show our commitment to build a community where everyone feels included and valued.
Finally this week, I want to congratulate the Martin Luther King Kitchen for the Poor upon its 50th anniversary. I had the pleasure of presenting Harvey Savage Jr. with a proclamation. The kitchen was opened in 1969 by Harvey Savage Sr., who knew there was a tremendous need in the neighborhood. Thank you for your hard work and dedication toward a very important effort.
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The Toledo Police, Toledo-Lucas County PAL summer programming began this week.
Lt. Jessica Meyer, Community Services Section commander, launched the first day of classes for the 2019 Summer Session.
Among the programs are: Safe-T-City, Toledo-Lucas County Police Athletic League Sports Camp, Polished Emerald Project, and Brains & Bodies.
This summer, the Toledo-Lucas County Police Athletic League is sponsoring summer activity and sports camps free of charge. The camps are held at the Toledo PAL facility at 1111 East Manhattan Blvd., Detwiler Golf Course, and Detwiler Baseball Fields, 4001 North Summit.
Children attending the camps receive 15 hours of instruction provided by law enforcement officers and others who have knowledge of the subject matter. We hope that the sports and activities provide an enjoyable learning experience for all involved.
Every summer, the Toledo Police Department sponsors the Safe-T-City Program at no cost. This program is held at the Scott Park Shelter House, 2201 Nebraska Ave., next to the Scott Park District Station. Safe-T-City is a child pedestrian and traffic safety program combined with a life safety course. This program is conducted for children entering kindergarten in the up-coming school year. Safe-T-City includes classroom instruction and outdoor practice in a miniature city complete with streets, sidewalks, small buildings, traffic lights and stop signs.
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The YMCA of Greater Toledo will offer two all-day open houses as part of its support of the city’s Take It Off, Toledo! wellness and weight loss challenge. Toledo residents looking for an opportunity to work out that day and/or explore the Y’s wellness programs are invited to two local branches.
From
9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, June 15
, the Wayman D. Palmer Community YMCA, 2053 North 14th St., will open its doors to all city residents to its facility. Additionally, from 10 a.m. to noon, Wayman will serve free food to the first 200 guests and also provide a bounce house and obstacle course for kids. (In addition to helping people improve their health and well-being, another focus area for the Y is bringing people of all ages together.)
From
5 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday, June 18
, the Downtown Toledo YMCA, 300 North Summit St., will be
open to all residents at no charge
. From 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., the Downtown Y will provide refreshments and a snack in the branch and give a free t-shirt to the first 100 people to tour the facility.
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Toledo History Museum Exhibit at Art Loop: The Art of Sport
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Created in partnership with the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, The Toledo Museum of Art, and the Toledo Blade, the show will feature photos, articles, films, and other memorabilia from Toledo’s Day In The Sun 100 years ago,
4:30 to 10 p.m., Thursday, June 20
at the
Toledo History Museum
, 425 N. St Clair. St.
The Art Loop on June 20 will celebrate the Art of Sport! The exhibit about the Willard/Dempsey event will be a featured exhibition and FREE! Many of the venues will highlight sports, movement, boxing, and Toledo’s rich history and current involvement in sports. The Toledo History Museum will be a featured exhibition. The exhibition is sponsored by Huntington Bank.
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United Way Packs 2,000 Meal Kits for Children in Need
United Way is happy to welcome volunteers at its
inaugural United We Eat event
,
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Friday, June 21
at United Way of Greater Toledo, first floor lobby and parking lot (located directly behind building) 424 Jackson St. Individuals will walk through United Way’s first floor lobby and pack a non-perishable weekend meal kit, which will be donated to Connecting Kids to Meals. Once a meal kit is boxed for a child, volunteers will funnel out to United Way’s parking lot, where food trucks will be parked. A portion of sales from each truck will be donated to Connecting Kids to Meals. At the end of the event, 2,000 meal kits will be assembled for Connecting Kids to Meals to distribute for their “Weekend Meal Program.”
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Join us for a fun day of events tailored to the youthful, competitive and healthy you! Check the schedule to decide what you want to do, or just come and explore everything the UToledo Rec has to offer! It is
10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday June 22
at the
UT Rec Center
.
Or call 419-530-3700 if you have any questions.
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Paws in the Park: National Take Your Dog To Work Day
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Celebrate National Dog Day at Middlegrounds Metropark off-leash dog park, 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, June 21.
Paws in the Park promises to be a Paw-sitively Paw-some good time. Grab a beer and fetch a dog treat. We'll have human food as well. Bring your own chair/blanket and make yourself and your pooch comfortable. Our friends at Co-Man and Jupemode are supplying great give-a-ways (while supplies last). The dog park fenced areas for small and large dogs. All dogs must be on a leash for this event only. Admission is free. Food and beer available for purchase. More at
this link
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Drop Off Refuse and Recycling Event
The next Engage Toledo Drop Off Refuse and Recycling Event is
9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, June 22
at Scott High School, 2400 Collingwood Blvd
.
Acceptable items include electronic waste, but no televisions, CRT monitors, or appliances; 10 tires, on or off the rim, but no commercial tires; documents; houseware goods; clothing; toys; bulky items, and refuse. Latex paint will be accepted for $1 per gallon.
Future Engage Toledo Drop Off Refuse and Recycling Events are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the following dates:
- July 13 at Keyser Elementary School, 3900 Hill Ave.
- July 20 at Manhattan Plaza, 525-701 East Manhattan Blvd.
- Aug. 10 at DeVeaux School, 2620 West Sylvania Ave.
- Aug. 24 at Longfellow Elementary School, 1955 West Laskey Rd.
- Sept. 7 at Good Shepherd Church, 3934 West Laskey Rd.
- Sept. 21 at Whitmer High School, 5601 Clegg Dr.
Household hazardous waste will be accepted July 13, July 20, Sept. 7, and Sept. 21.
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Join us at
7 p.m., Thursday, July 11
at Joe E. Brown Park, 150 West Oakland St.,
for a FREE movie night in the park -
Black Panther.
DJ Mpress will be spinning the hottest music before the movie and concessions.
Entertainment starts at 7 p.m. The movie starts promptly at 9 p.m.
The city of Toledo supports the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability to fully participate in this or any city program/event, please contact Joan Easler, city of Toledo ADA Administrator, Office of Diversity and Inclusion at 419-245-1059.
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Participate in free group exercise classes in city parks all summer, co-presented by The
YMCA of Greater Toledo
! Check out the schedules at:
Haven't signed up to join the challenge yet? It is not too late. Sign up today at
takeitofftoledo.com
.
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By The Numbers
(year to date)
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84,412
potholes filled
1,442
illegal signs removed
131
water main breaks repaired
714,877
feet of sanitary sewers cleaned
23,945
feet of storm sewers cleaned
2,011,790
pounds of debris cleared from streets with street sweepers
2,967,240
pounds of debris cleared from alleys
618
trees trimmed
4,144
building inspections performed
1,704
contractor licenses issued
8,001
grass cutting work orders at nuisance properties and vacant lots completed
2,791
fire runs
23,424
EMS runs
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Martin Luther King Kitchen for the Poor
opened its doors on Vance St. in Toledo to feed some of the most vulnerable members of our community in 1969 by Harvey Savage Sr.. He recognized the tremendous need in the neighborhood. The
MLK Kitchen for the Poor
feeds more than 200 people daily, including children, the elderly, and people experiencing homelessness.
Hunger affects 42 million people in the United States, including more than 13 million children. Food insecurity not only has devastating effects on a community’s physical health, including links to type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and obesity, but it is also associated with mental, emotional, social and economic issues including: depression, anxiety, and difficulty focusing; a delay in childhood development; poor educational outcomes, impacting a community’s employment levels and lifetime earnings; and high healthcare costs.
The
MLK Kitchen for the Poor
serves anyone who walks through its doors with respect and dignity. Through its work, it is not only meeting a direct and urgent need, but also providing community, belonging, and a sense of hope to the community. The city recognizes
The MLK Kitchen for the Poor
upon its 50
th
anniversary.
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Ask the Road Warrior: Detroit and Byrne Roundabout
Drivers in South Toledo have been inconvenienced by the closure of the Detroit and Byrne intersection for the past few weeks. Each and every week, we hit the streets to find out what you'd like to know about Toledo traffic, and this week, a 13abc viewer would like to know when the intersection will re-open.
Toledo V.A. clinic receives national award
The Toledo Veterans Affairs clinic has another title to add to its resume. It was one of the winners for the 2019 Veterans Health Administration "Community Partnership Challenge," The theme was public trust.
Metroparks, library team up for series of events
Metroparks Toledo and The Toledo Lucas County Public Library are partnering for a series of events into this summer. The hands-on programs include fly fishing, bird identification, forest therapy, and orienteering. The programs are offered for all age groups.
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