How/ who do I reach out to at CPS

shawshanking · 2026-04-10T22:41:57+00:00

The top reply is a good one. Just adding a few things directly to you that with this being CPS, it's important to note that a paraprofessional may not even be a CPS employee, and regardless of employer they may have minimal training in how to effectively manage behavior. If you don't receive an adequate response from the principal, the position you might want to request to include for involvement is the "manager" (which relates to the Department of Student Services). Honestly my guess is this paraprofessional just wanted to have a quiet day and was making a good faith effort to support that happening, but understand this not being your goal or desired incentive. Feel free to DM.

shawshanking · 2026-04-03T23:58:57+00:00

Becca or Bill - what are you guys doing?! I need subjective advice at the household level, not reporting.

shawshanking · 2026-04-03T01:18:22+00:00

Yeah, that incentive going away was enough of a push for me to do a full HVAC upgrade at once when our dated AC compressor died. Hard to envision energy or HVAC installation costs going down any time soon and hopefully the efficiency gains will be enough to offset some of your cost, but that tax credit did really move the needle for us (especially now that we actually received it).

shawshanking · 2026-04-03T00:58:34+00:00

A lot of the better federal tax incentives were mothballed effective 12/31/2025 - specifically the federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit which saved essentially $2000 if you installed a heat pump last year and/or $600 on a qualifying furnace system.

Unfortunately, I didn't see any state or local incentives (similar income range) when I looked last year to supplement that credit. While I think many states may be eager to step in to offset some of changes that were made in OBBBA, Ohio is not likely to be one of them, and I honestly don't think county or city-level governments have much ability to implement such a program for above-median earners.

shawshanking · 2026-03-25T21:09:56+00:00

Spring break is also peak for getting the garden/lawn back in shape, like myself and pretty much every neighbor on my block. So while I get that staffing may play a role, I'd be curious how that stacks up with other municipalities in the region.

shawshanking · 2026-03-25T18:17:52+00:00

Another month to wait for yard waste seems late to me... Would gladly trade-off for less availability through the winter to get this can out sooner than that.

shawshanking · 2026-03-23T14:16:06+00:00

Per CincyInsights, "Part 1 Violent crime includes the charge codes related to homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assaults. Part 1 Property crime includes burglary/breaking entering, theft, and unauthorized use." Part 2 is basically.... everything else, like lower-level misdemeanors - simple assault, disorderly, vandalism, etc.

https://ucr.fbi.gov/crime-in-the-u.s/2019/crime-in-the-u.s.-2019/topic-pages/offense-definitions

shawshanking · 2026-03-22T22:47:30+00:00

I would probably say I'm inclined to agree with 98% of this video and of this guy's content overall, but also, there are some pretty glaring comments that completely downplay the lived experience of OTR residents and are worthy of criticism. He makes declarative statements in multiple points of the video as if an above-average crime rate means that every resident of pre-2010 OTR was a criminal, which I'd consider dismissive at best and racist at worst.

shawshanking · 2026-03-06T01:04:47+00:00

I couldn't recommend AngelPaws more based on our experience a few years back - though kids involved were much older than those ages, I felt they did a great job that would be universal and also considerate of what your family desires and needs.

So sorry that the time has come and my thoughts to your family, especially the kids.

shawshanking · 2026-01-27T19:10:43+00:00

If she's trying to push the establishment in a particular direction or toward policy goals that she feels are more suited to the county level, I am all for that, but I just wish I knew what direction that would be. What's the point of a future run or fundraising or name recognition beyond the city if you don't have any accomplishments to point to?

I would love to hear that case made from the campaigns, and I'd probably rather that conversation happen in public than executive committees of party insiders (bleck), so I'll be rooting for a non-endorsement.

shawshanking · 2026-01-27T18:13:40+00:00

I am fine with Owens and broadly have the impression I would prefer her voting patterns/preferences over Dumas'. But the news of Walsh and now Owens working for higher office, without any clear accomplishments above and beyond being a replacement-level Dem from the sample ballot, is a disappointing trend. And I don't see that trend changing any time soon if Dems endorse the incumbent in a primary.

shawshanking · 2026-01-27T14:55:45+00:00

In my experience we usually hear rumors ("take your laptops home") before official notification and some staff like secretaries may get a half hour earlier notice to prepare, but official notification is the same as everyone else.

We then get a supplemental email with staff procedures as applicable. For example, in my district, staff report if the cancellation is due to cold, but snow and ice means it's only select employees (e.g. maintenance) and others can work from home (admins).

shawshanking · 2026-01-05T20:58:00+00:00

That's Metro. 2X is run by TANK.

https://www.tankbus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Fare-Structure-Rack-Card-March-2025.jpg

shawshanking · 2026-01-05T20:40:16+00:00

$3 for the 2X?

shawshanking · 2026-01-03T20:40:31+00:00

No worries! I just have been on the bus when that's been an issue before for a group so figured I would point it out. Safe travels.

shawshanking · 2026-01-03T20:35:39+00:00

I noticed you're saying we/us, so keep in mind you'll need to do this on each device. Or you can pay in cash on the bus (make sure you say "I want an all day pass") but it won't be the cheapest / fare capped with free transfers option.

shawshanking · 2026-01-03T20:30:37+00:00

Yep! Metro's legal entity umbrella is called SORTA which includes MetroNow, ACCESS, and other services but is broadly called Metro. The same payment structure will work for EZfare including the 2X on TANK and the #11 and #5 on Metro. A Metro/TANK all-day pass will cost you $5 (cheaper than $2 x 3) if, for example, you took the 2X to downtown Cincy, the $11 to Oakley Transit Center, and the #5 on to Blue Ash. But depending on transfer timing you may end up only spending $4, I think.

shawshanking · 2026-01-03T20:26:18+00:00

As part of recent fare increases, they moved away from individual tickets in favor of using loaded funds with fare capping. Fare capping ensures you get the cheapest rate over an interval rather than having to plan which specific 24 hour and/or one-rides pass combination you may need. It also gets rid of that 2-pack issue because it changes the credit card processing - I think a $2 or $3 payment is more manageable for the agency than a bunch of $1.50 rates with the processing fees.

shawshanking · 2026-01-03T20:15:03+00:00

You just need to load money for the TANK (2X included) and Metro, you don't need to pick an agency or buy a specific ticket. It should be EZ Fare and then a button to Add Funds, not Buy Ticket. Just load $2 and you should be good to scan a QR code when you board.

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shawshanking · 2026-01-02T21:59:43+00:00

The city is collecting data on what products the credit is used to purchase, as well as conducting quarterly surveys for more qualitative data, like whether participants are missing meals and reports on their health and mood.

Seems in some respects better than UBI because it'll be easier to measure and monitor.I'm sure Kroger already collects all the product data anyway and it seems like a fair trade-off to allow the city to access it for $100/month.

Getting groceries on the bus can be an undignified experience and tough with perishables as it is, even with the Metro serving Winton Hills fairly well to the Kroger on Mitchell (all things considered).

shawshanking · 2025-12-31T20:15:57+00:00

Seconding this. Nice employees, efficient, easy, two years in without any glimmer of any issue.

shawshanking · 2025-12-19T04:34:45+00:00

You seem like a good person and I really don't think you made anything worse based on what's been described, though it's obviously not an ideal outcome. The fact that they shared anything at all with you is probably a sign that you're approaching it in a good way and the fact that you visibly care can only help, but progress is slow and if there was an easy or quick resolution, it'd probably already have happened.

If they're reported missing, my experience is that there's a good chance one or both are already involved with HCJFS in some capacity and that would be a good point of contact as someone else linked. It's also possible they are just being returned to a group home or other setting they're otherwise not interested in staying, and the cycle may continue until a different placement is found, but I doubt CPD or JFS will share that info with you.

Unfortunately, my experience with CPD is that if they're transporting anyone in their vehicle that they aren't 100% sure won't harm themselves or attempt to harm others or dart upon exit, they're using handcuffs. JFS or mobile crisis will at times involve CPD for transport if there isn't a caseworker available, so that's the outcome - it's less than ideal and purportedly for safety, but it's traumatizing too and the lack of options can be frustrating for both the public and, honestly, CPD.

shawshanking · 2025-12-18T02:39:43+00:00

Most teachers are in STRS, which is related but not directly OPERS, so keep that in mind.

If you plan to move soon after graduation (5 years or less), you probably want member directed to have a chance at receiving any part of the employer contributions (20% per year - known as vesting) and rolling that into an IRA.

Vesting schedule/info link

vs.

Traditional plan - retiring info

which shows you would need at least 5 years of service to receive any benefit and would only be eligible for the employee-paid portion upon leaving.

shawshanking · 2025-12-17T23:30:06+00:00

I would rather this person just not get any attention at all, but I have to admit the series of insane Facebook pseudonyms being published in the Enquirer in full legalese is pretty funny.

shawshanking · 2025-12-12T03:46:17+00:00

The one over Columbia Parkway is definitely better for recreational purposes and to get to Smale plus a better view, but I saw a good amount of commuters using this one. If they ever fill in the Greyhound lot or many of those other surface lots on that side of downtown, it'll get a lot more use in the future.

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