This November not only will you be voting for local City Council members and School Board members but there are some State Wide and County Wide votes that you will need to be educated about so that you can vote wisely. Carlisle Daily will begin to do some articles from Ohio.gov and other areas including opinions, research, and other findings to help the citizens of Carlisle be familiar with what is going to be voted on November 3rd.

Here is the State release on Issue 3, Ohio Casino Measure. Read through and also respond on our online poll on whether you will support or oppose this Issue. Go to CarlisleDaily.com Home Page and vote "Yes", "No", or "Undecided"!

TO AMEND THE CONSTITUTION TO ALLOW FOR ONE CASINO EACH IN CINCINNATI, CLEVELAND, COLUMBUS, AND TOLEDO AND DISTRIBUTE TO ALL OHIO COUNTIES A TAX ON THE CASINOS

Proposed by Initiative PetitionTo adopt Section 6 to Article XV of the Constitution of the State of OhioThis proposed amendment would:

1. Authorize only one casino facility at a specifically designated location within each of the cities of Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo.
2. Levy a fixed tax of 33% of gross casino revenue received by each casino operator of the four casino facilities.
3. Distribute the casino tax as follows:51% among all 88 counties in proportion to such counties’ respective populations. Half of each county’s distribution will go to its largest city if that city’s population is above 80,000.34% among all public school districts5% among all host cities3% to the Ohio casino control commission3% to the Ohio state racing commission fund2% to a state law enforcement training fund2% to a state problem gambling and addictions fund
4. Require each initial licensed casino operator to pay a single $50,000,000 fee to be used for state job training purposes and make a minimum initial investment of $250,000,000 in its facility.
5. Permit approved types of casino gaming authorized by Michigan, West Virginia, Indiana, and Pennsylvania as of January 1, 2009 or games subsequently authorized by those states.
6. Authorize the casinos to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at the discretion of the casino operator and require that the casino facilities shall be subject to all state and local laws and provisions related to health and building codes, but that no local zoning, land use laws, subdivision regulations or similar provisions shall prohibit the development or operation of the casinos at the designated sites.
7. Create the Ohio casino control commission which will license and regulate casino operators, management companies retained by such casino operators, key employees, gaming-related vendors, and all gaming authorized by this constitutional provision.

A "YES" vote means you approve of amending the Ohio Constitution to permit one casino each in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo.

A "NO" vote means you disapprove of amending the Ohio Constitution to permit one casino each in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo.A majority YES vote is required for the amendment to be adopted.

SHALL THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?YESNO

Press Release

On Tuesday, September 22, 2009, the City of Carlisle officially appointed Krista R.Wyatt as its interim Fire Chief. Chief Wyatt began her official duties on Wednesday, September 23. The Fire Chief position became vacant upon the resignation of longtime Chief Greg Wallace on July 28, 2009. Chief Wyatt will serve as interim Fire Chief while City Council fully explores options for provision of fire service to City residents.

Several years ago City Council appointed an ad hoc committee whose purpose was to investigate options and make recommendations to Council with regards to the City’s fire service. This committee thought it would be beneficial to have a citizen survey with regards to fire service. In September, 2008, City Council directed that a survey be developed to gain input regarding various city services with several questions directly related to provision of fire service.

Subsequently, the City partnered with the Master of Public Administration Program at the University of Dayton to create a citizen survey and evaluate the results. The University provided this service at no cost to the City. Sixty-five percent (65%) of those responding preferred that the city continue maintaining its own volunteer fire department. Fifty-nine percent (59%) supported investigating the possibility of forming a joint fire district with neighboring communities. There was no significant support for creating a paid fulltime department or contracting with another governmental entity for provision of fire service. At their meeting of August 4, the Ad Hoc Committee reviewed the survey results and recommended to City Council that the City pursue a joint fire district. City Council accepted the Committee’s recommendation to pursue discussions with various neighboring communities on the formation of a joint fire district while maintaining its present volunteer force in the interim.

Chief Wyatt will serve as interim Fire Chief while the recommendations of the Ad Hoc Committee are explored. Chief Wyatt has over 20 years of experience as a firefighter/paramedic, 16 of which have been in a supervisory capacity. She is the first career Captain with the City of Lebanon Fire Department and has served in that position for over 10 years. She also served as a Lieutenant and Captain in the Lebanon Volunteer Fire Department. She brings significant experience to the City of Carlisle in the operation of a volunteer fire department. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Miami University, an Associate Degree in Fire and EMS Administration from Sinclair Community College and is a graduate of the Ohio Fire Executive Program. She is a Level 2 Fire Fighter, Paramedic, Fire Safety Inspector, Fire Fighter Instructor and EMT Instructor.

The City of Carlisle is fortunate to have someone with her experience and expertise serve on an interim basis to enable City Council and staff adequate opportunity to fully explore the options available to provide the best fire service to our residents and community.

Sept. 29 - Nov. 5, 2009
Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:30-7:30 PM
$5.00 per class or $45.00 for whole session (12 classes)

Work at your own level
Everyone Welcome!!

Please supply your own mat, towel and water bottle.
Class includes One Full Hour packed full of strength training, cardio bursts, ab/core work and pilates inspired moves. The last 15 minutes of each class is devoted to developmental stretch and yoga.

Each class is designed to be a full body workout with no two classes the same!

For more information, please contact Robbin Best, Certified Personal Trainer at 937-554-3656 or robbin@ourbestplace.com

Classes are held in the Chautauqua Community Center, Entrance Street, Chautauqua
For more info and directions, check out www.MyChautauqua.org

Robbin has been in the fitness industry for over 20 years as a fitness class instructor and personal trainer. She holds multiple certifications with International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) and National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA). She works as a Personal Trainer/Longevity Wellness Specialist and welcomes any questions you may have concerning Fitness and Nutrition.

Deputy Mayor and Ward 1 City Council Member Mary Ann Thompson is looking for your vote for re-election on November 3rd!!

Date of Birth: November 21, 1945

Married to Randol C. Thompson for 27 years

Carlisle resident for 41 years

Education: Sinclair Community College – Business Management

Retired 2001 – Standard Register Co, as Mgr of ISG Services, with 34 years service.

Dear Citizens of Carlisle,

For the last 20 years it has been my honor to serve as your City Council Representative for Ward 1, with the last 6 years as your Deputy Mayor. I can only express my gratitude and the rewards I have felt in being able to be a part of and make a difference in helping guide the City of Carlisle to new heights. During my tenure as your City Council Ward 1 representative, I have also served in many other capacities to grow this great city.

• Planning Commission – (22 years)
• Park Board – (15 years)
• City Finance Committee – (15 years)
• Chairman of the Personnel board – (5 years)
• Organizing the Annual Santa Breakfasts - (10 years)
• Organizing Christmas Tree Lightings – (15 years)
• Hot Dog Roast to Benefit the Park Board – (4 years)
• Golf Tournaments to Benefit the Park Board – (14 years)
• Executive Board of the Rail Road Days Committee (15 years)
• Lead Organizer of the Rail Road Day Parade – (15 years)
• Warren County Municipal League, as Past President and Current Secretary/Treasurer (12 years)

Part of my role as your City Council Representative and Deputy Mayor is to make sure this great city prospers among the numerous cities located in Warren County and the State of Ohio. I was appointed 3 years ago as one of 3 Ohio representatives to serve on the National Human Development Steering Committee. This year I was also appointed to serve as Carlisle’s representative on the National Small Cities Council. Serving on these National Committees brings us additional knowledge and helps Carlisle solve similar problems while bringing recognition to our city on a National level.

All incumbents, including myself, have managed to keep our city in a positive financial position relative to the economic challenges facing many communities today. I think the decisions and actions made have always shown that heartfelt commitment to this community. We hope everyone feels that it is in the best interest of the community to keep experienced Council Members, so that we can continue down the path to what we all want - a great place to call home.

I am extremely proud of our community and want to continue to be a part of its growth.

I am asking for your support at the upcoming November 3^rd election. I am ready to continue doing what I can to serve this great community for another 4 years.

You can contact me via my e-mail, mat280@aol.com or by phone, 746-1260. Visit my website, www.votemaryannthompson.comfor my biography, my community activities. And my comments on the issues.

Mary Ann Thompson

Deputy Mayor, City of Carlisle

There has been no official determination on the Fire Chief front but there is much speculation and rumor, so far. In the last City Council meeting, Jim Lukas City Manager of Franklin was present and the speculation, from what, we have heard, was that the Fire discussions would be a hot topic during the council meeting.

From what we have seen from online and from certain people in public attendance it was not discussed openly. Rumor has it that the City officials for Carlisle made it known that Carlisle has made their decisions on how they would replace recently resigned Fire Chief, Greg Wallace and proceed with the current Fire Department situation.

The rumor is that Carlisle is looking to hire a part time Fire Chief, part time. That fire chief would be current full time Fire Chief Michael Hannigan of Lebanon Fire Department. Rumor has it he will keep his full time position with Lebanon and serve part time as Chief of Carlisle's volunteer fire department.

***UPDATE*** Rumor is Fire Captain from Lebanon, Kristy Wyatt, not Fire Chief Hannigan.***

Jason Faulkner, Franklin City Council member, has also posted this rumor on his blog site. Click here to view his article.

So with many already talking about this rumor it will be interesting to see if this the direction City Administration for Carlisle is taking. We have reached out to City Manager, Sherry Callahan, for a potential update and some validity on which direction the city is going.

Tracy Lawrence via last.fm

Country singer Tracy Lawrence returns to JD Legends in Franklin Saturday, Sept. 12!!

Lawrence will be singing many of his new songs from his new hit CD, "The Rock!"

Tracy Lawrence is coming back to JD Legends for the simple fact that his last concert was a HUGE hit and many people wanted him to come back!!

Tracy Lawrence is one of the most accomplished singers in country music and is an unbelievable draw for JD Legends!!

Visit JD Legends website for more information on ticket prices! www.jdlegends.com

Bio for Tracy from Wiki:

Tracy Lawrence (born January 27, 1968 in Atlanta, Texas) is an American country music artist. Signed to Atlantic Records in 1991, Lawrence debuted that year with the album Sticks and Stones, which produced his first chart single and first Number One hit in its title track. Five more studio albums, as well as a live album and a compilation album, followed throughout the 1990s and into 2000 on Atlantic before the label's country division was closed in 2001. He then released for several other major labels before founding his own label, Rocky Comfort Records, in 2006.

Overall, Lawrence has released nine studio albums, three compilations, a live album, and a Christmas album. His studio albums have accounted for more than thirty singles on the Billboard country music charts. Of these, eight have reached Number One: "Sticks and Stones" (1991), "Alibis", "Can't Break It to My Heart", "My Second Home"(all 1993), "If the Good Die Young" (1994), "Texas Tornado" (1995), "Time Marches On" (1996), and "Find Out Who Your Friends Are" (2006).

Date: September 4, 2009

Contact: Laura A. Loges

Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission

937.223.6323, Extension 246

lloges@mvrpc.org

Subject: Community Workshop Scheduled - Come Share YOUR Vision!

Dayton, OH - The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (MVRPC) will host community workshops to solicit public input on the future of land development in the Miami Valley Region.

GOING PLACES – An Integrated Land Use Vision for the Miami Valley Region is a 4-year regional land use planning initiative designed to bring people together to build a clear and shared future land use framework to guide development in the Miami Valley Region.

Following the 3-phase process, the current effort is focused on collecting information from people who live and work in the Region about what they envision for the future of the Region.

Do you have a vision for the Miami Valley Region in the year 2040? YOUR ideas and innovations are needed to help make the Miami Valley Region a better place to live, work and play! Come and join the Going Places discussion at the workshop in your area to share YOUR vision.

October 20, 6-7:30 PM

Franklin Fire Department Training Room

45 E 4th St

Franklin OH 45005

The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission strives to foster collaboration among communities, stakeholders and residents to advance regional transportation priorities. MVRPC is a forum and resource where these regional partners can identify priorities, develop public policy and implement collaborative strategies to improve the quality of life and economic vitality throughout the Miami Valley. MVRPC performs various regional planning activities, including air quality, water quality, transportation, land use, research and GIS. As the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), MVRPC is responsible for transportation planning in Greene, Miami and Montgomery Counties and parts of northern Warren County

At all MVRPC Open Houses / Public Participation Meetings, interpreters for hearing impaired individuals or bilingual interpreters are available upon request. Requests should be made at least one week prior to the meeting date. Contact MVRPC at (937) 223-6323 or 1-800-750-0750 TTY/TDD to request an interpreter.

For more information about Going Places initiative, visit www.mvrpc.org/rlu or contact staff at 937-223-6323 or goingplaces@mvrpc.org.

Army Reserve Private First Class Elizabeth M. Williams has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, Libby studies the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.

Libby is currently attending Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston, TX where she continues her studies and training to become a Combat Medic/Health Care Specialist.

Libby is the daughter of Mike and Barb Williams and sister of Katie Williams of Miami Township, Ohio. She graduated from Carlisle High School with the class of 2006. After completion of AIT Libby will return to Anderson University (Indiana) to complete her senior year of college.