Gahanna Youth Council Collecting for Prom Dress Sale Fundraiser

UPDATE: Some kids from the Youth Council appeared on WBNS 10TV to talk about their project.  Video is below.

The Gahanna Youth Council, a teen volunteer and service club, is collecting gently used formal dresses and accessories on Sunday, March 6^th from 1-3pm at the Gahanna Golf Course Clubhouse, 220 Olde Ridenour Rd. Collected items will be resold at affordable prices to help make prom more accessible to girls in Central Ohio. Proceeds of the sale will be used to support Youth Council programs. 

Gently used long and short formal dresses, dress shoes, jewelry, bags, clutches and other formal wear accessories will be accepted.  Prom Dress Sale dates are March 19^th and 26^th from 12 noon—4pm at the Gahanna Golf Course Clubhouse.  Proceeds will help support Youth Council programs such as TeenFest, their signature teen event traditionally held in August. 

Need more information? Contact Shannon Clonch, Gahanna Youth Council Coordinator, at 342-4250 or Shannon.clonch@gahanna.gov

Rain Garden Initiative

The City of Gahanna along with the Franklin Soil and Water Conservation District want to help you plant a rain garden.

Right now you’re probably asking yourself “What is a rain garden?” Well, a rain garden is simply a flower garden that incorporates shallow depressions or channels that intercept rainwater on its way to stream and river beds. These gardens help eliminate pollutants, control erosion and prevent flooding, and does all of this while adding the beauty of plants and flowers to your landscape. You can place rain gardens near downspouts, driveways, sump pump outlets, or in the path of storm water flow through your yard.

The Rain Garden Initiative is a cost share program that will offer you up to $250 to install a rain garden on your property. Nevertheless, don’t delay. This program is only available to six residents, so if you want an environmentally friendly way to improve poor drainage in your yard and community contact the City of Gahanna Service Department at (614)342-4005.

What’s In A Number? A house number that is.

House numbers serve a critical function for emergency personnel and should be clearly displayed. House numbers are often the only way first responders can identify their intended destinations.

Did you know there is City Code requiring house numbers?

Section 1321.03 of Gahanna City Code states that all buildings shall install, display and maintain the  numerical address of the building in Arabic numbers not less than four inches in height.

The main concern is the safety of our residents. In emergency situations every minute is critical. So, please take this time to walk outside and make sure your home can be easily identified. It could make a difference in a loved one’s life.