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MLS announces FC Cincinnati as newest major league soccer team, 5/29/18
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West End SPEAKS to West End ACTS
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On Tuesday, May 29th the official announcement from MLS was shared. FC Cincinnati has now become a major league soccer team. This development process has been trying for our community to say the least. Here are some important facts and dates to remember:
- March 20th, West End Community Council (WECC) met and voted NO to FCC in the West End and YES to being involved in a CBA (Community Benefits Agreement) process if this development shows up in the West End.
- March 20th, West End Community Council had a sign up for a CBA Ad-hoc committee to be included in any CBA discussions if FCC comes to the neighborhood.
- March 21st, CPS board voted Yes for FCC, but must be with a CBA agreement and getting their full fair share of taxes paid.
- April 6th, Councilman Mann & Sittenfield had a press conference presenting a win-win list created through their offices.
- April 13th, WECC president signed a CBA from Councilman Pastors' office with majority approval from WECC Exec Board.
- April 16th, City Council voted Yes to approve an MOU with FCC pending a CBA with the West End community.
- WECC CBA Ad-hoc committee met at least four times to identify and discuss community priorities over a 2 month period (March 20th - May 15th)
- May 1st, a story was released to the media that FCC is discussing a partnership with an out of state developer to bring a separate music venue (near the proposed FCC stadium) to the West End.
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- May 12th, David Mann hosts a WE Stakeholders meeting. This meeting was the first time all West End stakeholders were at the same table. FCC and some council members were in attendance also.
- May 15th, WECC selects a six member team to negotiate on the communities behalf.
- May 16th, After 9 hours of negotiating, the WECC Negotiating team signs a CBA.
- May 29th, MLS announces FCC as newest major league team.
The CBA benefits from FCC include:
- WECC is a signer to the agreement
- $100,000 for a housing study
- $50,000 for a "communications consultant"
- "support" the Port's efforts to invest in equitable housing development in the West End
- help raise funds for housing support in the neighborhood
- at least $100,000 each year for Community Programs
- at least $100,000 each year for the West End Youth Soccer Program
- host two jobs fairs in the West End
- provide West End residents with "priority for emplyeement opportunities"
- full-time employees at least $15 per hour
- provide community organizations with "priority for volunteer opportunities"
Now with the up and coming construction of the new Stargel stadium and the FC stadium, we as a community need to stay involved more than ever. There will be many meetings taking place in regards to design details, community engagement, business/ job opportunities and more. We want West End residents to be at the front of the line for resources. In addition, we need to work together to hold FCC, the City and the Port Authority accountable to the details of the CBA and any community concerns that arise. We look forward to growing this partnership with our newest neighbors.
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With development comes questions, concerns and the opportunity for you to be more active with the events happening in your neighborhood.
Attend West End Community Council meetings every 3rd Tuesday @ 6pm at the CHL YMCA and join a WE SPEAKS team today! Contact Tia Brown at tia.brown@7hillsnh.com or call 513-407-5362 for more information.
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WE SPEAKS COMMUNITY TEAMS
- BUSINESS
- CLEAN
- COMMUNITY
- EMPLOYMENT
- HOUSING
- SAFETY
- YOUTH & EDUCATION
WE Speaks Quality of Life Plan
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Have you walked down Findlay Street lately? If so, I'm sure you've seen this beauty!
The first ArtWorks mural in the West End is almost complete! Powerful and positive text-based art of internationally recognized artist, Susan O’Malley is brightening the West End with bold colors and uplifting messages. Join us on Monday, June 25th for an event as we dedicate this mural.
The dedication starts at 3pm and will include meeting the artists' family, hands on art activities and art exhibit at the WE Gallery.
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Thank you to all the community partners who made this mural possible. ArtWorks, LISC, City of Cincinnati, Susan O'Malley Foundation and Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses among others!
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Sending a shout out to all the West End Summer Camps that are working hard to provide safe and affordable childcare for our babies! Bright Star Summer Camp, West Cincinnati Presbyterian, CHL YMCA, Lincoln REC Center, Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses Teen program and the Boys & Girls Club. If you have not already, please enroll your children! There are many options within our own community!
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Cincinnati Public Schools will sponsor the federally funded Summer Food Service Program for Children from June 4 to August 3, 2018, at schools, recreation centers and other locations around the district.
Free breakfast and lunch meals will be available Monday through Friday to children 18 years of age and under, or to anyone between the ages of 19 and 21 who is determined by a state or local public-educational agency to be mentally or physically disabled.
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To receive a free meal, come to a serving site 15 minutes before the serving time; no registration needed. All meals must be eaten at the site.
No meals will be distributed on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.
West End locations:
-Dyer Sprayground 2110 Freeman Avenue 6/4 - 8/3, 1:15-1:45p
-Lincoln Pool/Center 1027 Linn Street 6/4 - 8/3, 8:30-9:00a & 1:00-1:30p
-Taft IT High School 420 Ezzard Charles Drive 6/4 - 6/29, 8:00-8:30a &12:30-1:00p
-Taft IT High School - Stargel Stadium 420 Ezzard Charles Drive 6/25 -6/28, 12:30-1:00p
-Seven Hills Neighborhood House 901 Findlay Street 6/4 - 7/27, 9:00-9:30a & 12:00-12:30p
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FACT: 2 kids drown every day.
FACT: Drowning IS preventable. Teaching children and adults how to swim and be safe around water is one of the most important life skills. It not only saves lives; it builds confidence. This Summer the Carl H Lindner YMCA will be offering free swim lessons. Please contact the YMCA to find out more information. (513) 241-9622
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Meet Coach Larry Collins
By day, Coach Larry is a Researcher at Procter and Gamble. He grew up in the West End and is a current resident. He has been coaching baseball in the community for 4 years now and loves giving back to his community. He continues to do it because he loves working with the kids and seeing them learn a sport he played through college.
Coach Larry also wanted to acknowledge, Coach William Patton, a West End resident that has been coaching 13 years for both the baseball and football teams. Coach Chris Griffin, West End resident that has been coaching for over 8 years with the baseball and football teams and Coach Shanel Gentry who serves as a Treasurer.
To get you up to speed, all the West End teams from last year made the championship games, with one team winning the championship! This Saturday, June 2nd there is a showdown at the Bank St field @ 1pm between two undefeated teams, West End Reds vs LYC of Covington, Ky. Come out and cheer on our team!
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The West End is rich with history and stories. Share your West End story so we all can learn and grow closer as a community. Or if you know someone who should be featured in the "Difference Maker" section, please let us know! Contact Tia Brown at tia.brown@7hillsnh.com or call 513-407-5362.
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Free admission* to the Duke Energy Children’s Museum for all West End residents on Saturday, June 2nd.
Programming available for children 1–10 years old (adult chaperones required).
When: Saturday, June 2
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Cincinnati Museum Center (1301 Western Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45203)
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Present event flyer at the Box Office to receive free admission & parking.
Flyer is available at Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses, 901 Findlay St, 45214 and Carl H. Lindner YMCA.
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Community Outreach Advocates presents the 1000 Youth Peace March. Giving youth a voice in stopping gun violence!
Saturday, June 9, 2018 at Noon at Bright Star Community Church, 809 Charlotte Street, 45214.
For more information, please contact Dorron Hunter. 513-721-0595. Refreshments will be provided after the march.
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Save the date for the West End Business Festival! On Saturday, June 30th from 11a - 2pm, visit West End businesses along the Linn St corridor. This is a free, family friendly event meant to showcase all West End Businesses. If you would like to help plan or have a booth for your business, please contact Tia Brown at tia.brown@7hillsnh.com or 513-407-5362.
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Visit the West End Community Council & Seven Hills Neighborhood House Facebook pages for more information on upcoming events.
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DONATE
Whether you would like to contribute to our general fund or make a donation to offset the expenses incurred while conducting programs, we sincerely appreciate your support. All donations are tax deductible, as Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses is a federally recognized 501c3.
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MEET THE EDITOR
Tia Brown is the Community Engagement Coordinator at Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses and is blessed to call the West End home.
Follow Tia on Facebook, Instagram
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Thank You LISC for the continued support of the West End Community.
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