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Grant Check for Local Recreational Trail Improvements Release Date: 08/19/2010: Rep. Pillich, ODNR Present Grant Check for Local Recreational Trail Improvements

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUGUST 19, 2010
Contact: Ben Schaefer, Legislative Aide, (614) 466-8120
Jason Fallon, ODNR External Affairs (614) 265-6842
Trish Lanahan, ODNR Legislative Services (614) 265-6874

Media Advisory

Rep. Pillich, ODNR Present Grant Check for Local Recreational Trail Improvements

COLUMBUS- State Representative Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) will join Ohio Department of Natural Resources Director Sean Logan to present local officials with a ceremonial grant check for the expansion of the recreational trail system around the West Fork Mill Creek Greenway.

The event will take place on Monday, August 23, 2010 at the Woodlawn Municipal Building.

What:              Check Presentation to the Village of Woodlawn

When:             Monday, August 23, 2010      3:30 p.m.

Where:            Woodlawn Municipal Building
                        10141 Woodlawn Blvd.
                        Woodlawn. OH

Who:               Director Sean Logan, Ohio Department of Natural Resources
                        State Representative Connie Pillich
                        State Senator Bill Seitz (tentative)
                        Mayor Brian Poole
Rep. Pillich Introduces Bill to Implement Vets Bonus Release Date: 03/03/2010: Rep. Pillich Introduces Bill to Implement Vets Bonus
Veterans of recent conflicts to be awarded cash bonuses

Columbus – State Rep. Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) has introduced legislation to enable veterans of the Afghanistan, Iraq and Persian Gulf conflicts to receive a bonus from the state of Ohio. Voters statewide approved the bonus in the November 2009 election. House Bill 461 sets procedures to distribute the money.

“After the voters of Ohio showed overwhelming support of this bonus, I am pleased to be able to help the process continue,” said Rep. Pillich. “It is my belief that this is just a small token of thanks compared to the sacrifices that members of our military make for the country. I hope that this bill will move quickly so that we can start awarding the bonuses.”

HB 461 contains the Ohio Department of Veterans Services implementation of the bonus. The bill will appropriate $50 million in each fiscal year 2010 and 2011. Awards and administration of the bonus program will be paid for by the sale of bonds.

Rep. Pillich had introduced the Veterans Bonus Resolution to the Ohio House in February of last year, which passed nearly unanimously.

The bill also includes some technical changes to the Ohio Revised Code regarding the Veterans Nursing Home operations, and will allow for widows and widowers of the MIA/POWs to keep their special license plates after remarrying.

The bill is currently being heard in the House Finance and Appropriations committee.
State Rep. Connie Pillich Honors Revolutionary War Heroes Release Date: 04/20/2009: Contact: Eva Clarke, Legislative Aide (614) 466-8120

MONTGOMERY- State Representative Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) yesterday posted an American flag at the grave of Revolutionary War hero Jacob Roosa as a part of the Patriot’s Day Celebration. Roosa is buried at Hopewell Cemetery in Montgomery. The Patriot’s Day Celebration was hosted by the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.

“Montgomery is privileged to have these heroes buried in Hopewell Cemetery,” said Rep. Pillich. “The Sons of the American Revolution’s program has helped spread the word about this privilege, and I am proud to recognize and honor our original veterans.”

Patriot’s Day commemorates the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first skirmishes between American Minutemen and the British Redcoats. These first battles of the American Revolutionary War were preceded by Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride.

The City of Montgomery was founded by six veterans of the American Revolutionary War who heard the call of the West and left their homes to move to the frontier. The Patriot’s Day Celebration was the first in the tri-state area.

Representative Pillich, an Air Force veteran, is in her first term at the state legislature. The 28th district includes Arlington Heights, Blue Ash, Evendale, Forest Park, Glendale, Lockland, Lincoln Heights, Montgomery, Reading, Sharonville, Springdale, Woodlawn, Wyoming, the northern portion of Sycamore Township, and the Pleasant Run area of Springfield Township.
State Rep. Connie Pillich Applauds State of the State Address Release Date: 01/25/2009: Rep. Pillich Acknowledges Challenges and Sees Bright Future

COLUMBUS- State Representative Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) attended the State of the State address given by Governor Ted Strickland today. The address was conferred to a joint session in the House Chamber at noon.

"Governor Strickland again has shown bold leadership and vision for our state," said Rep. Pillich. "We are living in the most challenging economic situation we've seen in 50 years. We must make difficult decisions to weather this storm while continuing to push our state to be a leader in our nation. I am pleased that the Governor is focusing on the long-term success of Ohio."

During his speech, the Governor explained several aspects of his plan for education in Ohio, centering around the need for reform and accountability. Additionally, he laid out an approach to closing the more than $7 billion gap in Ohio's budget and reinforced the call for continued attention to job creation.

Following the address, the House of Representatives convened for session led by Speaker Armond Budish. The House voted on several rules matters.


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	Press Releases For Press Inquiries, Contact: district28@ohr.state.oh.us Grant Check for Local Recreational Trail Improvements Release Date: 08/19/2010 Rep. Pillich, ODNR Present Grant Check for Local Recreational Trail Improvements FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUGUST 19, 2010 Contact: Ben Schaefer, Legislative Aide, (614) 466-8120 Jason Fallon, ODNR External Affairs (614) 265-6842 Trish Lanahan, ODNR Legislative Services (614) 265-6874 Media Advisory Rep. Pillich, ODNR Present Grant Check for Local Recreational Trail Improvements COLUMBUS- State Representative Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) will join Ohio Department of Natural Resources Director Sean Logan to present local officials with a ceremonial grant check for the expansion of the recreational trail system around the West Fork Mill Creek Greenway. The event will take place on Monday, August 23, 2010 at the Woodlawn Municipal Building. What: Check Presentation to the Village of Woodlawn When: Monday, August 23, 2010 3:30 p.m. Where: Woodlawn Municipal Building 10141 Woodlawn Blvd. Woodlawn. OH Who: Director Sean Logan, Ohio Department of Natural Resources State Representative Connie Pillich State Senator Bill Seitz (tentative) Mayor Brian Poole Rep. Pillich Introduces Bill to Implement Vets Bonus Release Date: 03/03/2010 Rep. Pillich Introduces Bill to Implement Vets Bonus Veterans of recent conflicts to be awarded cash bonuses Columbus – State Rep. Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) has introduced legislation to enable veterans of the Afghanistan, Iraq and Persian Gulf conflicts to receive a bonus from the state of Ohio. Voters statewide approved the bonus in the November 2009 election. House Bill 461 sets procedures to distribute the money. “After the voters of Ohio showed overwhelming support of this bonus, I am pleased to be able to help the process continue,” said Rep. Pillich. “It is my belief that this is just a small token of thanks compared to the sacrifices that members of our military make for the country. I hope that this bill will move quickly so that we can start awarding the bonuses.” HB 461 contains the Ohio Department of Veterans Services implementation of the bonus. The bill will appropriate $50 million in each fiscal year 2010 and 2011. Awards and administration of the bonus program will be paid for by the sale of bonds. Rep. Pillich had introduced the Veterans Bonus Resolution to the Ohio House in February of last year, which passed nearly unanimously. The bill also includes some technical changes to the Ohio Revised Code regarding the Veterans Nursing Home operations, and will allow for widows and widowers of the MIA/POWs to keep their special license plates after remarrying. The bill is currently being heard in the House Finance and Appropriations committee. State Rep. Connie Pillich Honors Revolutionary War Heroes Release Date: 04/20/2009 Contact: Eva Clarke, Legislative Aide (614) 466-8120 MONTGOMERY- State Representative Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) yesterday posted an American flag at the grave of Revolutionary War hero Jacob Roosa as a part of the Patriot’s Day Celebration. Roosa is buried at Hopewell Cemetery in Montgomery. The Patriot’s Day Celebration was hosted by the Cincinnati Chapter of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. “Montgomery is privileged to have these heroes buried in Hopewell Cemetery,” said Rep. Pillich. “The Sons of the American Revolution’s program has helped spread the word about this privilege, and I am proud to recognize and honor our original veterans.” Patriot’s Day commemorates the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first skirmishes between American Minutemen and the British Redcoats. These first battles of the American Revolutionary War were preceded by Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride. The City of Montgomery was founded by six veterans of the American Revolutionary War who heard the call of the West and left their homes to move to the frontier. The Patriot’s Day Celebration was the first in the tri-state area. Representative Pillich, an Air Force veteran, is in her first term at the state legislature. The 28th district includes Arlington Heights, Blue Ash, Evendale, Forest Park, Glendale, Lockland, Lincoln Heights, Montgomery, Reading, Sharonville, Springdale, Woodlawn, Wyoming, the northern portion of Sycamore Township, and the Pleasant Run area of Springfield Township. State Rep. Connie Pillich Applauds State of the State Address Release Date: 01/25/2009 Rep. Pillich Acknowledges Challenges and Sees Bright Future COLUMBUS- State Representative Connie Pillich (D-Montgomery) attended the State of the State address given by Governor Ted Strickland today. The address was conferred to a joint session in the House Chamber at noon. "Governor Strickland again has shown bold leadership and vision for our state," said Rep. Pillich. "We are living in the most challenging economic situation we've seen in 50 years. We must make difficult decisions to weather this storm while continuing to push our state to be a leader in our nation. I am pleased that the Governor is focusing on the long-term success of Ohio." During his speech, the Governor explained several aspects of his plan for education in Ohio, centering around the need for reform and accountability. Additionally, he laid out an approach to closing the more than $7 billion gap in Ohio's budget and reinforced the call for continued attention to job creation. Following the address, the House of Representatives convened for session led by Speaker Armond Budish. 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