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Saturday, October 2, 2021
Harrison News-Herald Local News
Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District awards bids for Tappan, Seneca BY JD LONG jim@harrisonnewsherald.com
NEW PHILADELPHIA—Tappan Marina continues to be a popular subject with its newly completed marina-restaurant and some of its other upcoming projects. Last Friday, Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District’s board approved the bid and the awarding of projects for the Tappan Marina parking lot, dock access, and shoreline erosion countermeasures. They also approved proposals for similar shoreline stabilization and other site improvement projects at the Seneca Marina. Chief of Engineering Boris Slogar said the Tappan Marina projects include “a lot of moving parts” with 30% involving pavement at a $282,000 price tag and another $208,000 for the shoreline stabilization work, 22% of the total project. Slogar said the majority of that sum will come from the maintenance assessment fund for “shoreline improvement.” Electrical and lighting contributed to another $166,000, or 20% of the project’s total cost. And the total cost bumps up to $940,000 when factoring in the drainage and earthwork, which Slogar said was approximately $120,000 higher than they originally anticipated. Some portions of the Tappan Marina lot were left with gravel, but the Conservancy District decided to pave it all, adding to the total. “There’s an additional dock above that’s
coming in that’s going to bring in 32 more slips, so that’s 32 more vehicles that we need to park somewhere,” Slogar explained. When asked about the original contract, Slogar used the estimate from four to five years ago: around $1.7 million. But they now have managed to do it for less than $1 million. “We did cut the cost substantially, and I think, you know, this I’m excited about just to bring it on home and close the chapter,” Slogar told the board. Additionally, board member James Gresh touched on the Tappan Volunteer Fire Department space. The District is attempting to acquire that space to accommodate foot traffic crossing U.S. 250. And Chief of Recreation Ryan McCleaster mentioned that a staging area would be needed for boats using the marina. He said there was a waitlist for the marina, and the additional 32 spots would be helpful. “I think we’re really going to monopolize as much land up there as we can,” McCleaster said of the additional parking spaces. Slogar also received approval for bids on project awards for Seneca Marina’s shoreline stabilization and site improvements. The site improvement project had already been approved by the board back in January of this year and hoped to get site access “moving before shoreline.” But due to scheduling, they decided to combine the projects — with an estimate for just over $1 million.
Defendant pleads guilty in drug case BY JD LONG jim@harrisonnewsherald.com CADIZ—A Harrison County defendant, faced with multiple charges and the revocation of his community-based control sanctions from three previous cases, pleaded guilty Tuesday and was sentenced to four years in prison. The 39-year-old Joshua Smith of Tippecanoe, represented by Christopher Delacruz, appeared before the court and heard all the possibilities, including 20-plus years in jail if convicted on all counts. The latest charges included two aggravated possession of drugs, both second-degree felonies; having weapons in disability, a third-degree felony; and receiving stolen property, fourth-degree. The plea agreement also included the time he was facing if found guilty of violating his sanctions from 2018 cases. After laying out the facts, Delacruz said it would be wise to settle the case but left the decision up to his client. Judge T. Shawn Hervey made it known that if convicted, he would not be as kind, as he put it, as prosecutor Lauren Knight’s offer of four years incarceration.
“And I can guarantee you that if you’re found guilty at trial, there is no way on this Earth, I would give you the deal that you just got,” Hervey told Smith. Knight reminded the court that the offer had been good since June and would no longer be an option after Tuesday’s court session; Smith accepted the plea deal. The state would also not oppose judicial release after Smith served two years of his sentence, but he would have to complete the program at Eastern Ohio Correction Center first. Judge Hervey also stated that Jacob O’Hara had been accepted at the Neuro Behavioral Center. And if everything goes well, Hervey will release O’Hara on his own recognizance. O’Hara, facing a domestic violence charge, will be furloughed so he can attend the Bellaire program. Judge Hervey stated he would reset the case once released from the Center. Tyler Blackburn also appeared in Harrison County Common Pleas Court for a failure to comply with a police officer charge. Blackburn, who public defender C. Adrian Pincola represented, is being held on a $100,000 bond. Blackburn accepted the state’s offer of 18 months of incarceration.
COVID UPDATE Pfizer COVID vaccine boosters OK’d for third, emergency doses COLUMBUS—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Health have announced that eligible Ohioans will be able to receive a booster dose of the Pfizer-Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine as soon as practical, following final action by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) amended the emergency use authorization for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to allow for the use of a single booster dose — to be administered at least six months after completion of the primary series to specific groups. And the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) further refined that recommendation last week, as well. “We have been closely following the discussions and developments on COVID-19 vaccine booster doses. The experts have stressed that those at risk for the most severe outcomes from COVID-19 should be eligible for booster doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine,” said DeWine. “Ohioans should rest assured that they will be able get their booster dose. As we have said since the beginning of the pandemic, our goal is to save lives. In alignment with federal partners, prioritization of specific high-risk groups will allow us to continue to save lives as we work toward getting the COVID-19 pandemic under control.” “We have been diligently working with our vaccine providers to ensure that there
are abundant opportunities to receive COVID-19 vaccine boosters in Ohio,” explained Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff. “There is ample supply of vaccine for boosters, as well as first and second doses, for Ohioans. Following final action by the CDC, Ohio’s many providers will be able to begin administering booster doses of the Pfizer vaccine in pharmacies, federally qualified health centers, doctor’s offices, community vaccination sites, and local health departments.” The Ohio Department of Health is awaiting final action from the CDC, including releasing a morbidity and mortality weekly report (MMWR) with detailed guidance. Once the CDC issues final approval of the recommendation, Ohio’s more than 3,500 enrolled COVID-19 vaccine providers can begin to offer boosters to eligible Ohioans. After all necessary approvals are received, Ohioans will be able to check gettheshot. coronavirus.ohio.gov or call 1-833-427-5634 for the latest eligibility information and to find a vaccine provider near them. Eligible booster recipients will be asked to attest they have one of the qualifying conditions, but specific proof will not be required. Eligible Ohioans should allow two to three weeks to get their booster dose, with many opportunities to be vaccinated in their local community, whether they walk in to get their third dose or make an appointment with a nearby provider.
Dept. of Health releases guidelines on COVID vaccine booster doses COLUMBUS—The Ohio Department of Health has issued guidance to the more than 3,500 COVID-19 vaccine providers statewide to ensure they have access to the latest information on administering booster doses of the Pfizer/Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccines. In alignment with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), booster doses of the Pfizer/Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine are now available for the following populations at least six months after completion of the primary Pfizer series, meaning at least six months after the second dose was administered: • People 65 years and older or residents in long-term care settings should receive a boost-
er shot. • People ages 50 to 64 with certain underlying medical conditions should receive a booster shot. • People ages 18 to 49 with certain underlying medical conditions may receive a booster shot based on their individual benefits and risks. The CDC has indicated that this is a determination made by the vaccine recipient, but those eligible are encouraged to talk to their healthcare providers if they have any questions. • People age 18 and older who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of their job or living in an institutional setting may receive a booster shot based on their individual benefits and risks. The CDC has indicated that this is a determination made by the vaccine recipient.
JVS students reaching new heights
Harrison Career Center announces September Students of the Month
JVS seniors now state-tested nursing assistants Eight seniors in the health technologies program at Jefferson County Joint Vocational School are now state-tested nursing assistants (STNAs) after completing the exam in May. The state-approved test is administered through D&S Diversified Technologies of Columbus. Some students have gained experience in local nursing homes, including Country Club Manor and Carriage Inn in Steubenville and Rolling Hills Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Bridgeport. Pictured (front from left) is Katelynn McWhorter, Allison Robinette, and Shiann Hanket. In the back is Bailey Elbright, Matelin Sterling, Haley Burgess, William Evans, and Kristen Carroll
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JVS receiving air lift training Forty-five electrical trades and power mechanics students at the Jefferson County Joint Vocational School are obtaining scissor lift and aerial lift training to earn their certification. Sessions have been held for more than a week to get them prepared for a future career. Pictured is electrical trades instructor Buddy Davis getting a lift from junior Tom Martin as the student operates the equipment.
Adena passes motion to join OneOhio plan BY SHAWN DIGITY twitter@DIGITYnodoubt During Adena’s September meeting, the council passed a motion to join the OneOhio plan. The agreement has circulated on the national and state levels but has recently been mulled by many of Harrison County’s village councils. Adena’s Resolution 2021-J opted to participate in the opioid lawsuit settlement agreement that makes up the OneOhio plan. The motion was passed, and an application has been sent authorizing Adena’s intent to participate in the settlement. However, potential payouts were not discussed, and restrictions on any disbursement were unknown by the council.
The Harrison Career Center has announced its Students of the Month for September. Pictured is Drew Culbertson, freshman in construction trades; Ryan Arbaugh, sophomore in agricultural and industrial mechanics; Nathan Engstrom, junior in welding; and Aaliyah Harubin, senior in welding.
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