Proper pruning ...
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Friday, March 27, 2009
Mulch
Ok folks ... time to weigh in ... where is the best place to buy mulch? Key considerations, price and lasting color (assuming bug and weed free).
Monday, March 23, 2009
Bigg's Deal
Hey Bigg's has a few exceptionally good deals right now. If you buy a Bigg's gift card for $300 you get an additional $30 added. If you buy $1200(max)gift card, you get $120 extra added. Offer good until 4/15/09, but the gift cards never expire. They only do this once a year. That coupled with their pump perks is awesome. We have had 3 free tanks of gas since it started. I know people vary where they shop, so I thought I'd mention this current promo.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
mason fields sign
Andrea Klaus and I met with the city representative and the contractors for the Western Row work regarding the damage to our sign at the entrance way. We presumed the damage was caused by the construction but when we met we were presented with a number of photographs indicating that the damage has been there since before construction began. We simply didn't notice it due to shrubbery and the angle from ground level.
Therefore repairs will be made by our HOA after construction is complete. If anyone in the neighborhood has masonry experience, please contact one of the HOA board members soon.
As a side note, the bike path should be finished in late April and the road opened in late May.
As a side note, the bike path should be finished in late April and the road opened in late May.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
pre-emergent
Hey - if you didn't get your Turf Builder with Halts down this weekend you are almost too late!
Monday, March 9, 2009
road work
As a part of the Western Row Road widening project, the traffic signal controller must be relocated at the intersection of Western Row Road and Mason-Montgomery Road. This work is scheduled to begin at 9:00 am on Tuesday, March 10th, and is expected to be completed by 4:00 pm. Traffic at the intersection will be controlled by Law Enforcement Officers during construction, as the traffic signal will have to be shut down.
UPDATE **** Sorry, we received some incorrect information. The location for the signal work is actually Western Row and Tylersville Road. It is not Mason-Montgomery Road. Sorry for any inconvenience it may have caused.
UPDATE **** Sorry, we received some incorrect information. The location for the signal work is actually Western Row and Tylersville Road. It is not Mason-Montgomery Road. Sorry for any inconvenience it may have caused.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
entrance sign
As you surely have noticed, the signs at the entrance to our neighborhood have been damaged. We are working with the city to negotiate responsibility and next steps. If any of you have any specific data regarding how/when the damage occurred, please pass that on to your nearest board member or comment here with a way to get back to you for follow-up questions. The more detail we can provide the better our leverage with the city.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Saturday, March 7, 2009
The History of Mason
History of Mason
On June 1, 1803, Revolutionary War veteran William Mason paid $1,700 at auction to purchase 640 acres of land in what is now downtown Mason. In 1815, he platted 16 lots on this land and named the village "Palmira." In 1832, 2 years after the death of William Mason and according to his will, over 40 more lots were platted on the north, south, and west of Palmira. When the plat was officially recorded, the name of the village was listed as "Palmyra."
In 1835, a petition was sent to the federal post office to correct the name of the town. It had been listed as Kirkwood, possibly an error because the postmaster at the time was William Kirkwood. When village officials were informed that there was another Palmyra in Ohio, the name was officially changed to "Mason." Mason remained a small farming community for another 125 years. In 1970, a year before the town was incorporated to become a city, there were fewer than 5,700 residents. Today, the City of Mason covers over 11,200 acres and is home to nearly 25,000 people and approximately 500 businesses. (Historical information from Around Mason, Ohio: A Story, by Rose Marie Springman.)
The City of Mason continues to draw upon its history as it eagerly anticipates the future. It is increasingly being recognized as a rapidly growing, progressive community with an attractive industrial base. Known as a business-friendly community, it stands ready to work with developers and business owners to create a carefully planned and attractive community that serves both residents and businesses. The number of new businesses regularly looking to locate in Mason and the expansion of existing enterprises confirms Mason's success. Cintas Corporation, Mitsubishi, Procter & Gamble's Health Care Research Center, and Luxottica Retail are among the premier companies located in Mason.
Mason is also recognized as the resort area of southwest Ohio. Kings Island Amusement Park, The Beach Water Park, Great Wolf Lodge and Conference Center, and The Golf Center at Kings Island are among the prominent recreation destinations in Mason. Mason is home to the world-recognized Tennis Masters Series-Cincinnati as well as several well-loved local annual events. The Alverta Green Museum, operated by the Mason Historical Society, keeps the city in touch with its historical roots.
Mason has preserved its small town charm, but maintains a high level of municipal services and a prestigious corporate community. Over $50 million in utility and infrastructure projects have prepared the city for the ongoing growth.
A combination of fortunate location, far-sighted city leadership, innovative management, outstanding schools, successful corporations, and a close-knit traditional community have succeeded in building a progressive, polished city with a comfortable hometown feel. Mason's community theme campaign, "imagine Mason," embodies this outlook by capturing the essence of a city that continues to reflect on the past while creating the future.
On June 1, 1803, Revolutionary War veteran William Mason paid $1,700 at auction to purchase 640 acres of land in what is now downtown Mason. In 1815, he platted 16 lots on this land and named the village "Palmira." In 1832, 2 years after the death of William Mason and according to his will, over 40 more lots were platted on the north, south, and west of Palmira. When the plat was officially recorded, the name of the village was listed as "Palmyra."
In 1835, a petition was sent to the federal post office to correct the name of the town. It had been listed as Kirkwood, possibly an error because the postmaster at the time was William Kirkwood. When village officials were informed that there was another Palmyra in Ohio, the name was officially changed to "Mason." Mason remained a small farming community for another 125 years. In 1970, a year before the town was incorporated to become a city, there were fewer than 5,700 residents. Today, the City of Mason covers over 11,200 acres and is home to nearly 25,000 people and approximately 500 businesses. (Historical information from Around Mason, Ohio: A Story, by Rose Marie Springman.)
The City of Mason continues to draw upon its history as it eagerly anticipates the future. It is increasingly being recognized as a rapidly growing, progressive community with an attractive industrial base. Known as a business-friendly community, it stands ready to work with developers and business owners to create a carefully planned and attractive community that serves both residents and businesses. The number of new businesses regularly looking to locate in Mason and the expansion of existing enterprises confirms Mason's success. Cintas Corporation, Mitsubishi, Procter & Gamble's Health Care Research Center, and Luxottica Retail are among the premier companies located in Mason.
Mason is also recognized as the resort area of southwest Ohio. Kings Island Amusement Park, The Beach Water Park, Great Wolf Lodge and Conference Center, and The Golf Center at Kings Island are among the prominent recreation destinations in Mason. Mason is home to the world-recognized Tennis Masters Series-Cincinnati as well as several well-loved local annual events. The Alverta Green Museum, operated by the Mason Historical Society, keeps the city in touch with its historical roots.
Mason has preserved its small town charm, but maintains a high level of municipal services and a prestigious corporate community. Over $50 million in utility and infrastructure projects have prepared the city for the ongoing growth.
A combination of fortunate location, far-sighted city leadership, innovative management, outstanding schools, successful corporations, and a close-knit traditional community have succeeded in building a progressive, polished city with a comfortable hometown feel. Mason's community theme campaign, "imagine Mason," embodies this outlook by capturing the essence of a city that continues to reflect on the past while creating the future.
Friday, March 6, 2009
fountain update
Fellow Mason Fields homeowners, this post is to let you know that after a year we continue to have technical problems with our fountain. However, the company who installed it is still standing behind it. They came out today to inspect it and have agreed to pull the unit, give it a full overhaul, and replace in a few weeks. All of this is weather dependent but I wanted you to know that we haven't given up. Thanks for your patience.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Another business that you may want to know about. It's a chain, right? Not really. It's actually owned and operated by an individual. It just so happens that our Mason Carrabba's owner was trained by the Carrabba brothers in Tx. and came up here to open all the Carrabba's. He has sold off all the local Carrabba's except ours. He works as GM and cook. He loves to cook. He taught a cooking class last night and was very good. He explained that he can make items for you that aren't on the menu. He also sells certain products that you can only get at Carrabba's, like their Marsala wine, herb blend, etc. He was open and offered up all the "secrets". I trust people who do this. People who smugly say "It's proprietary or a family recipe" make me want to kick them, maybe that's just me.I'm mean like that. This guy was a straight shooter, great businessman and great cook. I haven't been to Carrabba's in a while but we are going soon.Just of note he said the pasta dish Tagliarni Picchi Pacchiu was so good he had to learn how to make it and thus his future with Carrabba's began. Interesting to me.
They now have Sun lunch hours, too.
152 Merten Drive Mason 339-0901
Is there a business you think we should know about??
PS I should mention that he is teaching the same class again at Cookware's 4/9 (not in brochure just call) due to this class being sold out. The class is $40 and he gives you a $20 gift certificate. Call now - It will sell out.
They now have Sun lunch hours, too.
152 Merten Drive Mason 339-0901
Is there a business you think we should know about??
PS I should mention that he is teaching the same class again at Cookware's 4/9 (not in brochure just call) due to this class being sold out. The class is $40 and he gives you a $20 gift certificate. Call now - It will sell out.
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