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Member Dinner Meeting: Strategic Plan Final
5:30 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, February 9, 2010
The University Club at 401 East Fourth Street, Cincinnati, OH
2010 Strategic Plan
With broad input from members, former members and a wide range of our perceived constituents, the Strategic Planning Committee has produced a concise, action-oriented plan that provides a clear blueprint for our organization's activities for the coming years. The Executive Committee approved this plan at their January meeting, and directed its presentation to our members to ratify its adoption at the next regular member dinner meeting on February 9, 2010.
The 2010 Strategic Plan is intended to be an evolving document that can easily be updated periodically to adjust to changing circumstances, while still providing a stable framework for operations. A copy of this plan is available by clicking here.
Please make every effort to attend this important meeting.
Please review the 2010 Strategic Plan prior to the meeting, when we will discuss the plan, implementation steps, and opportunities for all members to become involved in ways that best suit their interests and personal schedules.
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[Posted 1/31/2010]
Member Dinner Meeting: Year End Celebration
You and your guests are cordially invited to the Cincinnatus Association 2009 Holiday Celebration, a time of social gathering and conversation.
- Reminisce on the events and successes of 2009
- Consider the possibilities and challenges for 2010
- Sample (or eat heartily) at our light dinner buffet of fine seasonal selections
- Enjoy the renowned jazz music
- See old friends
- Meet new friends
- Catch up with all that has happened in the past year
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Member Dinner Meeting: Year-End Celebration
You and your guests are cordially invited to
The Cincinnatus Association's
a time of social gathering and conversation.
- Reminisce on the events and successes of 2009
- Consider the possibilities and challenges for 2010
- Sample (or eat heartily) at our light dinner buffet of fine seasonal selections
- Enjoy the renowned jazz music
- See old friends
- Meet new friends
- Catch up with all that has happened in the past year
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Member Dinner Meeting: River Education at the Newport Aquarium
5:30 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Please Note: This meeting is not at the University Club.
Newport Aquarium at 1 Aquarium Way, Newport, KY 41071
River-Based Environmental Education
P.A. DENNY RIVER EDUCATION CENTER - The P.A. Denny is a 3-deck sternwheeler that cruised West Virginia's Kanawha River for nearly three decades. It is now operated by the Foundation for Ohio River Education (FORE), a non-profit organization associated with the Ohio River Valley Water Sanitation Commission (ORSANCO), as a floating classroom designed to introduce 4th - 12th graders to science and ecology concepts. The P.A. Denny features labs and equipment for the students' use during 4-5 hour voyages. It will be docked behind the Newport Aquarium and will be staffed and available for tours before and after our dinner presentation.
DINE WITH THE FISHES - Our dinner will be an outstanding buffet served in the Currents Ballroom, a special event venue with spectacular river views of the Cincinnati skyline at dusk.
DINNER PRESENTATION - Alan Vicory (ORSANCO), Heather Mayfield (FORE) and Miriam Kannan (NKU) will focus on the unique partnership between NKU's Department of Biological Sciences and FORE that provides river-based environmental education opportunities aboard the P.A. Denny for local science classes, teachers and local residents.
Don't miss this informative meeting and the opportunity to network with friends new and old. Invited guests are always welcome!
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[Posted 10/29/09]
Editorial by Schrage and SIlbersack, Government Panel
Association Votes to Endorse & Oppose Ballot Initiatives
Issue 3: Ohio Casino Gaming Constitutional Amendment....... ENDORSE
http://www.yesonissue3.com
Issue 4: Hamilton County Health & Hospitalization Levy......... ENDORSE
Issue 5: Hamilton County MRDD Levy.................................. ENDORSE
http://www.hamiltonmrdd.org
Issue 6: Cincinnati Museum Center Levy.............................. ENDORSE
http://www.myunionterminal.org/About/BallotIssueFAQ/TheLevyRenewal.html
Issue 7: Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library Levy..... ENDORSE
http://www.voteforourlibrary.com
Issue 8: Cincinnati "Water Works" Charter Amendment......... OPPOSE
Issue 52: Cincinnati Public Schools Operating Levy................ ENDORSE
These positions are in addition to the position previously announced:
Issue 9: Rail Charter Amendment........................................ OPPOSE
Official Cincinnatus Resolution
http://www.protectthecharter.com
Brochure
The Excellence in Government Panel has reviewed and analyzed many of the initiatives coming with this Fall's voting. Click here to go to the Government Panel Bulletin Board. This information is updated and expanded regularly, so check it often. Want to see something that's not there? Contact Bob Schrage, Government Panel Chair.
Likewise, the Arts & Culture Panel has information on Issue 6 on the Arts Panel Bulletin Board. [Posted 10/16/09]
Cincinnati Preservation Association Fall Forum
Cincinnati Mayoral Debate
Member Dinner Meeting: Ballot Issues
5:30 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Please Note: This meeting is not at the University Club.
WCPO Studios at 1720 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Initiatives on this November's Ballot
Cincinnatus Association needs your voice.
What positions will we endorse?
The number and complexity of initiatives anticipated to be on this Fall's ballot continues to increase. How do you and your neighbors figure them all out? Do you have some important information for others? Do you have an opinion on any (or all) of the ballot issues? There are many who do. At this meeting, we'll present and discuss several of the key initiatives, and members present will vote on whether Cincinnatus will take a public position on these issues. Learn what the experts have to say, and add your own ideas into the conversation!
Over the summer and into the fall, Cincinnatus panels have been at work reviewing and analyzing many of these initiatives. The panels have provided important information through their web bulletin boards and have worked on public forums and campaigns to provide more, balanced information and opportunities to hear those directly involved. Take advantage of these sources to become a better informed citizen.
Immediately following this member meeting, there will be a Cincinnati Mayoral Forum broadcast live from WCPO, cosponsored by Cincinnatus Association. Those interested are welcome to stay and watch the forum on the big screen at WCPO-TV. Click here for more information.
Also, on Monday, October 5th at 7pm, Cincinnatus is cosponsoring a Forum of the CPS School Board Candidates. Click here for more information.
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[Posted 9/30/09]
CPS Candidate Forum
Ballot Initiative Information
Cincinnatus President Bill Scheyer has a new “day job”
that puts him at the forefront of efforts to encourage regional progress and
growth.
Member Dinner Meeting: Strategic Plan at the University Club
5:30 - 8:00 pm on Tuesday, September 8, 2009
The University Club at 401 East Fourth Street, Cincinnati, OH
Let Your Voice Be Heard
Your Cincinnatus Association needs your voice.
What are we today? What should we be tomorrow?
Over the summer, our members and other community leaders articulated their individual ideas for increasing the effectiveness of our organization and focusing on what's most important. Through the Strategic Planning Committee, participants identified alternative initiatives and strategies for greater success in achieving our mission. Information on these initiatives and strategies can be found in the next article below.
Next, we want to think this through together as an organization. So, at our September 8th meeting, we'll explore -- and confirm through conversation -- who we are as civic activists, the impact we hope to have in our community, and the organizational structure that will enable success. Together, we will tap into the collective wisdom present to guide our next steps as community leaders and change makers.
What eventually will emerge is the CINCINNATUS STRATEGIC PLAN 2010.
Cincinnatus is at a crossroads. Let's navigate it together.
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[Posted 8/27/09]
No Dinner Meetings in Summer
Members are reminded, however, that many panel and committee activities continue through the summer. Everyone is encouraged to stay current with emails and regular visits to the Cincinnatus Association website - both the homepage and the bulletin boards for each group. [Posted 6/2/09]
Association Announces New Members for 2009
The Cincinnatus Association announced today that it has accepted 11 new members for 2009. Click pillar at right for press release with details. [Posted 3/30/09]
Member Dinner Meeting: CIRV at The University Club
The Cincinnatus Association is pleased to invite and encourage all members to join us at this month's Member Dinner Meeting.
5:30-8:00 pm on Tuesday, May 12, 2009
UniversityClub
401 East Fourth Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
ROBIN ENGLE, UC School of Criminal Justice, GREG BAKER, Cincinnati Police and DARREN THIGPEN, Cincinnati Works will inform us about CIRV - Cincinnati Initiative to Reduce Violence. CIRV unites law enforcement with social service organizations, community leaders and former felons/offenders with street credibility to provide outreach services to the target population most at risk for being offenders. The objective is to get these young men employed with support as they choose a different way of life. This has become a nationally recognized initiative you will want to hear
This meetingn will also hold annual elections for the Association's Officers and Executive Committee for 2009-2010. Click here for the Nominating Committee's slate of leaders and other information.
Click on the place setting at right to make your reservation today. [Posted 5/5/09]
Cincinnati & Forest Park City Councils Sign the GCC
2008-2009 Member Dues
Member Dinner Meeting: Birmingham Pledge
Cincinnatus Association is pleased to invite and encourage all members to join us at the November Member Dinner Meeting (5:30-8:00 on Tue., 11/11/2008 at the University Club).
The Community Inclusion Panel is proud to provide a special opportunity to listen and learn about THE BIRMINGHAM PLEDGE, a successful effort very much like our own Greater Cincinnati Commitment, started in Alabama in 1998. Birmingham Pledge Foundation founder JIM ROTCH and Executive Director WADE BLACK will provide a presentation on their efforts, obstacles and successes.
Community Inclusion Panel Chair Al DeJarnett and Association member Dorothy Battle traveled to Birmingham in September to participate in the Birmingham Pledge's 10th Anniversary Celebration. The trip was publicized by The Birmingham News.
Click on the place setting at right to make your reservation today! [Posted 10/30/08]
