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Fall Oral Rabies Vaccination

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1. What is rabies?

Rabies is an invariably fatal disease caused by a virus that affects the central nervous system in mammals. Rabies can be prevented with vaccines that are available to protect people and pets.

2. How do you contract rabies?

The rabies virus is almost always spread through contact with an infected animal’s saliva when an infected animal bites through the skin of an uninfected animal or person.

3. Why should I be worried about rabies in wildlife?

Rabies is a serious public health concern because if left untreated it is always fatal. The costs associated with detection, prevention, and control of rabies exceed $300 million annually. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 90 percent of reported rabies cases are in wildlife. As human populations expand into suburban and rural areas there is more interaction with wildlife, increasing the risk of rabies exposure.

4. How can I tell if an animal has rabies?

To determine if an animal has rabies, it must be euthanized and a brain tissue sample tested. The
visible signs of rabies may include any of the following: aggressive behavior, lethargy, confusion, attacking forno reason, or walking in a circle. Wildlife should never be approached at any time. If you have questions about wildlife, please contact the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Wildlife Services at 1–866–4–USDA–WS (1–866–487–3297).

5. What should I do if I am bitten by an animal?

Wash the wounds thoroughly with soap and water right away. Contact your doctor, local health department, or hospital emergency room. If it is a domestic animal, get the name and address of the animal’s owner. If it is a wild animal, contact your local health department, animal control, or professional wildlife trapper for assistance. If the animal is dead, wear gloves or use a shovel to move the animal. Put the carcass into a heavy plastic bag and place it in a cold area away from people and other animals. The area can be cleaned with one part bleach to ten parts water.
Call your local health department for further instructions.

6. What can I do to prevent rabies?

Avoid all contact with all wild animals. Make sure your pets are vaccinated in accordance with State
and local laws. Report any animal acting suspiciously to USDA’s Wildlife Services at 1–866–4–USDA–WS(1–866–487–3297). Do not relocate wildlife.

7. What is an oral rabies vaccination (ORV) bait and what does it look like?

WS and its cooperators distribute the ORV baits in targeted areas to vaccinate wildlife species—such as coyotes, foxes, and raccoons—to prevent the spread of rabies. An ORV bait consists of a sachet, or plastic packet containing Raboral V-RG® rabies vaccine. To make the baits attractive to wildlife, the baits are either waxed to the inside of a fi shmeal or dogmeal outer shell or covered with fishmeal crumbs.

8. Can I get rabies from contact with the vaccine?

No. The vaccine does not contain the live rabies virus. It contains only a single gene that is passcoded with the outer coating of the rabies virus. The virus that carries this single gene may cause a local poxtype infection in people who are pregnant or immunosuppressed. If you come into contact with the vaccine, wash the exposed area thoroughly with soap and water and contact your local public health officials at 1–877–RABORAL (1–877–722–6725).

9. What if I find an oral rabies vaccination (ORV) bait near my home?

It is best to leave a bait where you fi nd it unless it is on your lawn, driveway, or other area where it is not likely to attract a raccoon, fox, or coyote. While wearing a glove or other protective covering (i.e., plasticbag, paper towel), you can move bait to a wooded area where a wild animal will be more likely to find it. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after any contact with a bait.

10. Why do I need to wear a glove when handling an ORV bait?

An intact bait will not harm you, but the smell, which is objectionable to people, may get on your
skin. If the sachet is broken, pink liquid (vaccine) may be visible. While wearing gloves, you may place the bait in a bag and dispose of it with your regular trash. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after any contact with a bait. If you suspect you may have been exposed to the vaccine please contact your local public health officials at 1–877–RABORAL (1–877–722–6725).

11. What if I do not have a glove?

You can use a plastic bag or paper towel to prevent you from coming into direct contact with the bait and vaccine. Be sure to dispose of it after use.

12. What if my child finds an ORV bait?

This vaccine has been shown to be safe in more than 60 different species of animals, including domestic dogs and cats. Eating a large number of baits may cause a temporarily upset stomach in your pet, but it does not pose a long-term health risk. Do not attempt to remove a bait from your pet; doing so may cause you to be bitten and could lead to vaccine exposure. If your pet becomes ill from bait consumption, please contact your veterinarian for more information.

13. How long do ORV baits last in the environment?

Studies have shown that most baits are eaten within 4 days, and almost all baits are gone in 1 week.
If baits are not found and eaten, they will dissolve exposing the vaccine packet. Sunlight and exposure
to air inactivates the vaccine.

14. Can I use the ORV bait to vaccinate my dog or cat?

No. This vaccine is only approved for use in wildlife. Your pet should be vaccinated by a veterinarian in
accordance with State and local laws.

15. How does a raccoon/coyote/gray fox get vaccinated by eating the ORV bait?

The vaccine is contained inside a plastic packet, which is waxed to the inside of the bait’s fi shmeal
outer shell or covered with fi shmeal crumbs. When an animal eats through the coating, the vaccine packet inside is punctured allowing the animal to swallow the vaccine. The animal’s immune system is then tricked into thinking it has been exposed to the rabies virus, and it makes antibodies to fi ght the disease. The blueprint on how to make these antibodies is stored in the
animal’s immune system allowing it to respond quickly if it is later exposed to a rabid animal.

16. How long does the vaccine last?

Research suggests this vaccine should be effective for more than a year; however, it is difficult to determine how immune systems in individual animals will respond to the vaccine.

17. How do you distribute ORV baits in cities and suburban areas?

Working with employees from cooperating agencies, WS distributes baits in urban and suburban
areas by hand. This is the most effective approach for distributing the bait and minimizing human contact with them.

18. How else does WS distribute ORV baits?

In rural or open areas, WS distributes baits using aircraft. Depending on the distribution area and availability of aircraft, a helicopter or fi xed wing aircraft may be used.

19. How can I find out more information about this program?

can dial 1–866–4–USDA–WS (1–866–487–3297) to speak with staff from Wildlife Services or visit
www.aphis.usda.gov/ws/rabies.

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Fire

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1. Why flush hydrants?

FAQ link ... Hydrant Flushing and Waterline Maintenance FAQs

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General

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1. How do I submit an open records request?

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2. How do I contact my council representative?

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3. When is my trash collection day?

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4. How do I view live government meetings?

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5. How do I view past government meetings?

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Police

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1. When should I call the Police Department?

In an Emergency situation call 9-1-1. Calls of non-emergency nature should be directed to 440-248-1234.

Calls regarding community activities or non-police related questions should be made to the appropriate department or to City Hall at 440-248-1155.

2. How do I get a copy of a police report?

The Records section of the police department is open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can visit the Records is located in the Police Department at 33000 Solon Road or contact Records by calling 440-349-3699. The availability and costs of the police report is available upon request. Records Section

3. What should I do if I go on vacation?

The House Watch Program provides special attention to be placed on your home or business during your leave of absence. It is the responsibility of the home or business owner to contact the Solon Police Department at 440-248-1234 if the House Watch or Special Attention is to be extended or terminated early.

House Watches will not be granted based on the following:
·No one day House Watches.
·No House Watch if residence will be occupied by anyone.

House Watch Forms can be picked up at the Solon Police Department or they can be obtained from our website, filled out and mailed to Solon Police Department.

If you are unable to come into the station, a request can be taken over the phone. Please note a signature is required on all request forms.

Download House Watch Form

4. What are on street parking requirements?

On street parking is not permitted on any street in Solon between the hours of 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. Exceptions may be made for emergencies, driveway construction, out-of-town guests, or situations similar in nature. The police department must be contacted in advanced if such permission is to be granted. Any parked vehicles must be in compliance with any posted parking regulations.

5. How do I get in touch with the Animal Warden?

The Animal Control Department responds to all domestic and wild life complaints in the City of Solon. Found animals are brought to the Animal Warden's Kennel, located at the Police Department and held until ownership can be established. Owners are charged an impoundment fee of $20 to release their pets from the Animal Warden's Kennel at 33000 Solon Road. You can leave a message on the the police department non-emergency line 440-337-1451. Keep in mind that the Animal Warden is not always immediately available. Animal Control

6. How do I hire an off-duty officer to work for an event?

Contact Lt. Keith Kulak

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SCA Performances & Events

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1. How do I purchase tickets for performances at SCA?

Patrons may purchase tickets in person at SCA or by visiting www.solonarts.org and clicking on the Buy Tickets link.

Patrons interested in purchasing dance recital tickets should refer to the SCA Dance page for more information.

Please note that all seats are reserved. Patrons are strongly advised to review the date and time of the performance prior to purchasing tickets. SCA tickets cannot be exchanged, are non-refundable and non-transferable.

2. What if I picked the wrong show date or want different seats?

Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged. Please make certain you do the following when purchasing tickets:

• Double check the date of the show and the number of seats you will need prior to purchasing your tickets.


• If calling by phone, use the Theater Seating Chart to review available seats.

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Service - Sewers/Drainage

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1. My sink drains are gurgling?

Check the vent for blockage

2. It smells like sewer gas in my basement, what should I do?

When sewer gasses are present inside the home, usually one or more vapor traps has dried out. The water in the trap will evaporate if the fixture is not used often; such as seldom used bathrooms or utility sinks. The solution is to periodically run a few cups of water into the drain to refill the trap.

3. What is a sanitary sewer?

A sanitary sewer is a pipe, located in the street, that is designed to transport wastewater
from your home. This consists of water from sanitary fixtures and floor drains inside your
house.

4. What is a storm sewer?

A storm sewer is a pipe, located in the street, that is designed to carry storm related water
runoff. Storm sewers are normally much larger than sanitary sewers because they are
designed to carry much larger amounts of water flow.

5. What causes a sanitary sewer to backup or sewer stoppage?

In most cases, tree roots get into sewers when a sewer pipe develops a crack or other damage and nutrients and moisture leak into the soil attracting roots.

Root penetration can be remedied by repairing the sewer pipe and ridding the pipe of roots. The maintenance of private sewers is the responsibility of private property owners.

6. What is a sewer cleanout / test tee?

A sewer cleanout or test tee is a point of access at the property line where the sewer line can be checked. It usually is five or six inches in diameter and has a plastic or steel cover over it.

7. I cannot locate my sewer cleanout? What can I do?

The Engineering or Service departments may have this information in the address file and can make a copy for you or your contractor.

8. What is the property owner’s responsibility?

The property owner is responsible for the lateral from their house to the clean out.

9. What are some problems my sewer lateral can have and how can I maintain them?

The most common problem is tree roots in the lateral. These roots should be cut. You should also maintain your sewer with a foaming root agent annually.

10. What is the city’s responsibility regarding private sewer laterals?

When failure or stoppage of a sewer lateral occurs, city crews will respond to check the city’s sewer main to verify that the sewer main is open and flowing. If the sewer main is clear, it is the responsibility of the property owner to call a licensed plumber or cleaning service to correct the problem.

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Service - Mosquitos

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1. How are larvicides used in mosquito control?

State and local agencies in charge of mosquito control typically employ a variety of techniques in an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. An IPM approach includes surveillance, source reduction, larviciding and adulticiding to control mosquito populations. Since mosquitoes must have water to breed, source reduction can be as simple as turning over trapped water in a container to undertaking large-scale engineering and management of marsh water levels. Larviciding involves applying pesticides to breeding habitats to kill mosquito larvae. Larviciding can reduce overall pesticide usage in a control program. Killing mosquito larvae before they emerge as adults can reduce or eliminate the need for ground or aerial application of pesticides to kill adult mosquitoes.

2. Can I apply larvicides to catch basins located on my property?

No. Homeowners and owners of properties such as condominium and apartment complexes, parking lots shopping malls, schools, commercial and industrial properties. Pesticides need to be applied by licensed personal. The City of Solon and the EPA encourages property owners to use nonchemical mosquito prevention efforts.

3. What is adulticiding?

Adult mosquito control programs are necessary in disease situations such as encephalitis-stricken areas and in areas where a high density of pest mosquitoes occurs. The larger the area treated, the more successful the control. Adult mosquito populations can be temporarily reduced to less annoying levels

4. What is a catch basin?

Catch basins (also known as storm sewers) line urban streets to carry away water after rain fall. The lids of these catch basins are metal and have grates.

5. What is a larvicide?

Mosquitoes have a four-stage life cycle: egg, larva, pupa and adult. A larvicide is a pesticide that kills the larvae directly before they mature. Larvicides are placed in stagnant water which is where mosquitoes prefer to lay their eggs for the larvae to hatch (e.g., catch basins or storm sewers). Larviciding reduces the adult mosquito populations that have the ability to act as carriers of the West Nile Virus.

6. What is mosquito fogging?

Fogging is used to control the adult mosquito population by means of utra-low volume application of pesicides that target only mosquitoes.

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Service - Rubbish

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1. What is Automated Rubbish Collection?

Automated rubbish collection is a clean and convenient curbside rubbish collection program that allows residents to put all their rubbish out in one large container. The rubbish cart holds 95 gallons of bagged rubbish and can easily be rolled out to your curb.

2. Why did Solon go to Automated?

This system offers a more convenient way for you to set out your rubbish. It is a more efficient and cost effective method to collect waste and a better way to provide service to the community. Automated rubbish collection will reduce the number of employees needed to collect rubbish. This will free up Service Department personnel to perform other important city services. It will also reduce injuries to employees from manually picking up rubbish. Automated rubbish collection is a win, win situation for everyone!

3. I have my City issued rubbish cart. What should I know about it?

The initial cart is free and courtesy of the City. Carts should be placed at the curb with the arrows
facing the street and the lid closed with nothing piled on top. Carts should be stored in your garage
throughout the week. Remember that the cart is issued to your address and should not to be taken if
you move.

4. How big are the tipper carts and how much trash do they hold?

Carts have a 95 gallon capacity. They measure 44”(H) x 34”(L) x 25” (W). Carts will hold the equivalent of three normal size trashcans or six to seven large bags.

5. What if I have more rubbish than will fit in the rubbish cart?

Each household was issued one 95 gallon cart. This cart should provide sufficient space for most average size households, however, if you find that even though your household is recycling and still is producing more rubbish than the initial cart can handle, you may lease another cart at the Solon Service Department for a one time fee of $70.00. Remember that any cart issued to your address should not to be taken if you move. Please do not put extra bags next to or on top of the cart as these items will not be picked up.

6. What items can I put in my cart?

Household solid waste items such as pizza boxes, food products, Styrofoam, diapers, clothing,
household glass, etc. should be bagged and then placed into the rubbish cart. Remember to always
bag rubbish to prevent loose garbage from flying around and creating litter on our streets.

7. What should I watch for when placing my tipper cart at the curb?

The cart must be placed at least 3’ from cars, mailboxes, utility poles or any other obstruction. Be sure the arrows on the lid of the cart are pointing towards the street & the cart is placed as close to the curb as possible so the truck can easily grab the cart for collection.

8. What if I have large or bulk items?

Large items, such as household appliances, furniture, lawnmowers, etc., should be put on the tree lawn on your normal rubbish day. They will be picked up by a separate truck sometime during that day. When disposing of freezers or refrigerators, it is imperative to take the doors off!

9. Can "Secondary Recyclables" be brought to the Service Department?

Yes! Secondary recyclables, such as household hazardous waste, paint, motor oil, pool chemicals, gasoline, fertilizer or fire extinguishers.  Bring to the Service Department, Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 11:00 am or in the afternoon 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. These types of items should never
be disposed of in the trash as they can cause injury to workers and damage to equipment.

10. What about brush or yard waste?

Yard waste should always be put into brown paper lawn bags. Bags should be put out on your rubbish day for collection by a separate yard waste collection truck. Brush should be put out at the curb for collecting & chipping. Crews work their way around the City collecting all brush.

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Solon Center for the Arts

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1. How do I register for a class?

Registration and payment for classes may be done in person at SCA or online by clicking here. Solon Center for the Arts is located at 6315 SOM Center Road, Solon, Ohio 44139. Payments cannot be taken over the phone.

2. How do I purchase tickets for performances at SCA?

Patrons may purchase tickets in person at SCA or by clicking on the "Click here to Buy Tickets" link on the homepage.

Please note that all seats are reserved and are processed on a first come first serve basis. Patrons are strongly advised to review the date and time of the performance prior to purchasing tickets. SCA tickets cannot be exchanged, are non-refundable and non-transferable.

3. What is the class withdrawal policy at SCA?

To withdraw from a class, an adult must call SCA or go to the SCA front desk and speak with a staff member. A $3 service charge will be assessed on all refunds. Refunds processed after the class begins on the first day will be given a refund in the amount of 50% of the registration fee. After the first day of class, there is a no refund policy. Please see the Private Lesson Withdrawal Policy for private lessons.

Refunds are handled through the City of Solon Finance Department and may take three to four weeks to process.

4. What is the private lesson withdrawal policy?

If a student wishes to withdraw from lessons, a refund will be given in the amount of 50% of the tuition paid for lessons not received, minus a $3.00 processing fee. Withdrawal from lessons must occur prior to the final four (4) regularly scheduled lessons of a semester or a refund will be forfeited. Make-up lessons owed for student absences will not be refunded. No refunds are given for withdrawal in the Summer term.

Refunds are handled through the City of Solon Finance Department and may take three to four weeks to be processed. Withdrawal from private lessons must occur at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled lesson.