Serving Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky and Wood Counties
Ottawa County PERI to meet
The Public Employees Retirement Inc. (PERA) Chapter #82 of Ottawa County District 1 will meet Monday, Feb. 2 at 1 p.m. in the Ottawa County Community Resource Center located at 8043 W. State Route 163 in Oak Harbor. Members and non-members are encouraged to attend, and a guest speaker will provide information on the group’s services available through the Ottawa County Transportation Agency (OCTA).
If you have questions or concerns regarding your benefits, please feel free to join us or contact Peggy at 419-350-9854. Future meetings are slated for May 4, Aug. 3, and Oct. 5.
Friends of Magee Marsh to meet
The Friends of Magee Marsh’s regular meeting will be held Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. upstairs in the Decoy Room in the Visitor Center at the Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, 13531 SR 2, Oak Harbor. An elevator is available.
The speaker for the evening is Kelly Schott, who oversees the newly constructed Magee Marsh Visitor Center for the Ohio Division of Wildlife. Schott will provide an overview of upcoming projects on Magee Marsh Wildlife Area and happenings at the Visitor Center.
A short business meeting will follow the presentation.
In the event of inclement weather, check the Friends’ Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Friends.of.Magee.Marsh for updates.
Give Love, Get Love
Lucas County Canine Care & Control (LC4) is partnering with Cherry Street Mission to spread some love this Valentine’s Day through a dog adoption special that helps both shelter dogs and community members in need.
The Give Love, Get Love adoption special, which will run from Feb. 1-14, includes a reduced adoption fee of $14 with the donation of a new personal hygiene item. The hygiene donations will directly support Cherry Street Mission to in its mission to support individuals experiencing homelessness.
In addition to the $14 adoption fee, a $25 dog license is required to be purchased at the time of adoption.
“Adoption promotions like these are about caring for our whole community” said Terra Bundy, interim director for Lucas County Canine Care and Control. “Every adoption changes a dog’s life, and every donated item helps someone feel supported and cared for.”
Potential adopters are encouraged to come meet dogs or bring donated items to the Canine Care Center located at 1301 Monroe St. in downtown Toledo during adoption hours Monday through Friday from 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Suggested items include soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine care items, and body wipes.
Currently, more than 60 adoptable dogs are searching for new homes at the Lucas County Canine Care & Control Center. New dogs become available for adoption daily and can be viewed online at www.lucascountydogs.com.
Those considering adopting a new pet are encouraged to bring their resident dog for a meet and greet. Families with children are also strongly encouraged to bring them along to help choose their new furry friend.
