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June is a significant month of the year for many across the nation as it marks two important observances – LGBTQ+ Pride Month and Immigrant Heritage Month.
As mayor, one of my honors is to issue proclamations. For the past three years, it has been a privilege to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals, and immigrants have had on the world and Toledo. Below you will see pictures of our city proclamations in recognition of Pride Month and Immigrant Heritage Month.
Last year, the City of Toledo dedicated a portion of Adams Street as Pride Way. That was a just a small way of showing our city’s support for the LGBTQ+ community. The Pride Flag is also being displayed in my office this month, which is appropriate as we begin to reopen for face-to-face meetings now that many of us are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
The City of Toledo is committed to the purpose of equal rights for all people and recognizes that LGBTQ+ rights are human rights, and emphasizes the importance that we stay committed year-round in supporting and celebrating all members of our community.
Additionally, our city supports and celebrates the past, present, and future generations of immigrants from every corner of the globe who have helped to create the unique character of our nation. Immigrants have been tireless leaders not only in securing their own rights and access to equal opportunity, but have also campaigned to create a more just society for all Americans.
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National Gun Violence Awareness Day |
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Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day and the start of Wear Orange weekend.
Every day, more than 100 Americans are killed by gun violence, alongside more than 230 who are shot and wounded. Gun violence prevention is more important than ever as the pandemic has exacerbated gun violence. In January 2013, Hadiya Pendleton in Chicago was shot and killed at age 15. People across the United States will recognize National Gun Violence Awareness Day and wear orange in tribute to Hadiya and other victims of gun violence. I encourage everyone to join this movement to help raise awareness about gun violence and honor the lives of gun violence victims and survivors.
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Roosevelt Pool Lifeguard Hero |
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Finally, I want to take a moment to publicly thank Milyon Campbell, a lifeguard at Roosevelt Pool.
Lifeguards are so critically important to our community and we are lucky to have her among our pool staff this summer. The city cannot thank her enough for her actions earlier this week.
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Search the full list of things to do to find just the right activity for your child! Have a safe, happy, and fun summer in Toledo.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Next Week |
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Neighborhoods - Homeownership Month |
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The City of Toledo this week marked the beginning of Homeownership Month 2021, a time of year when we join the White House, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Federal Housing Administration, and others to recognize the critical importance of homeownership and its impact upon the lives of Toledo families, neighborhoods, and the economy.
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There will be several public meetings in June to assist residents interested in homeownership; house rehabilitation; the Residential Rental Properties and Lead Safety Compliance law, and a draft Comprehensive Housing Strategy.
The meetings will be held as follows:
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At 6 p.m., June 17, there will be Huntington Bank informational meeting on homeownership, repair, and lead remediation. The public may join at this link, https://toledo-oh-gov.zoom.us/j/81473437786, or by telephone by dialing 888-204-5987 with conference code 165882.
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At 6 p.m., June 24, there will be a Premier Bank informational meeting on homeownership, repair, and lead remediation. The public may join at this link, https://toledo-oh-gov.zoom.us/j/87061267835, or by telephone by dialing 888-204-5987 with conference code 165882.
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The Comprehensive Housing Strategy Virtual Public Meeting will be held at 6 p.m., June 30. The public may join at this link, https://toledo-oh-gov.zoom.us/j/83341389320, or by telephone by dialing 888-204-5987 with conference code 165882.
The city operates the Home at Last Program, a down payment assistance program that helps income-eligible first-time Toledo home buyers with up to $7,500 to use toward the purchase of a home and up to $9,500 in target neighborhoods.
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Donate Blood in Honor of George Tucker |
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Please help us honor longtime labor and community leader, George Tucker who was a great supporter of the American Red Cross Blood Program and was awarded the Labor Participation Award.
Donate at AFSCME, 420 South Reynolds Rd. from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday, June 16.
For an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code GEORGE, or call 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).
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PLAY BALL event at Fifth Third Field |
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The Toledo Mud Hens are teaming up with the City of Toledo to host the first-ever PLAY BALL event at Fifth Third Field on Sunday, June 6. The event is part of an ongoing effort to build connections between baseball and the Toledo community.
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The event is in conjunction with Major League Baseball's PLAY BALL program, whose mission is to encourage young people and communities to engage in baseball or softball-related activities. PLAY BALL events demonstrate the positive way the game can serve as an outlet for physical activity, fun with friends, and learning how to play the sport at its most basic level.
The event is open to any baseball or softball novice aged 5 to 12 years old. Each session features five skill stations for participants to learn baseball fundamentals. All children will receive a free PLAY BALL branded bat and ball set to take home. Participants must register in advance.
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Casey Feeback Park Community Input Meetings |
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The City of Toledo is seeking community input for redevelopment of Casey Feeback Park and its surrounding greenspaces. Join us for two community outdoor meetings. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Join us at Casey Feeback Park, 613 Buffalo St., 11 a.m., Saturday, June 5 or 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 8.
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Virtual Water Affordability Public Meeting |
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The Toledo Department of Public Utilities will hold a third virtual water affordability public meeting at 2 p.m., June 8.
Residents may join from a computer or smart phone at this link.
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ProMedica Summer Concert Series |
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The ProMedica Summer Concert Series Presented by Coors Light is set to return for the 2021 season. This year’s events will consist of weekly concerts beginning July 9 through Sept. 4, featuring a variety of local and national musicians and musical genres, including alternative, country, pop, rock, R&B, soul, bluegrass, and hip hop.
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2021 Solheim Cup Volunteer Opportunities |
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Don't miss out on your chance to volunteer for the biggest global team event in women’s professional golf.
Student volunteers must be ages 15-21 to qualify for a student volunteer committee. Student volunteer committees are limited to leaderboard, merchandise tent, on-course services, and volunteer services. Assignments will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
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By The Numbers
(year-to-date)
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40,790 potholes filled
212 water main breaks repaired
723,452 feet of sanitary sewers cleaned
7,687 feet of storm sewers cleaned
1,695,533 pounds of debris cleaned from streets with street sweepers
1,339,180 pounds of debris removed from alleys
1,015,563 pounds of debris removed by the Clean Toledo blight team
1,984 tires collected by the Clean Toledo blight team
1,026 trees trimmed
681 illegal signs removed
4,186 building inspections completed
1,320 contractor licenses issued
22,023 EMS runs
2,577 fire runs
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