Business View Civil and Municipal | January 2021

98 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL JANUARY 2021 municipal lots. They look a lot nicer. We are really trying to bring people back downtown.” Other infrastructure improvements currently underway are focused on road improvements, including repaving projects over large sections of the city. There are also plans to work on sidewalk upgrades and beautification. Working in partnership with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), Norwood is conducting a signal timing study on Montgomery Road, a main thoroughfare. The intention of the study is to create more efficient traffic flow. A second study is underway on Montgomery Road in the form of a safety audit, to improve pedestrian safety. The city also plans to invest in audible crosswalks. With an earnings tax base, diversity is key for Norwood. Schneider relates, “Many years ago, we had one major employer in the city, and when that major employer left, we really diversified our tax base. We have manufacturing, we have office, we have medical, it is a very diverse tax Partnering with the CITY OF NORWOOD SINCE 2018 Dedicated to providing the best in class service everyday to every customer with consistency and pride in our work. We are a communication conscious and solution oriented company. Tristar’s mission is to never be out-serviced by anyone, offer strong solutions, and build long lasting relationships! EMERGENCY SERVICE • UNIT REPLACEMENTS • MECHANICAL SOLUTIONS 513-509-1551 3468 Reemelin Rd Cincinnati, Ohio 45211 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration Mayor, Victor Schneider