Services provided by the Township
Norwich Township has partnered with several organizations to provide a number of services to the community. Each service has been specifically designed for our residents and will offer information, training or experience on a number of topics.
Animal Control
Child Car Seat Safety Check
Household Hazardous Waste Collections
Immunizations
Law Enforcement
Mercury Thermometer Exchange
Mosquito Control
Refuse/Recycling
Animal Control
Stray Dogs and Cats
Norwich Township encourages the responsible control of domestic animals on public and private properties. Domestic animals that are allowed to roam can be aggressive threats and contribute to the continuing rabies problem in this region. Because domestic cats and dogs are the primary carriers of rabies to humans, we consider stray cat and dog encounters with residents and park visitors to be a serious safety concern. We also ask people to be aware of the detrimental effects that feral and free-ranging domestic cats can have on native wildlife and natural ecosystems. Domestic cats are a significant factor in the mortality of desirable small mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. For these reasons, Norwich Township requires that pets be properly confined and controlled.
Stray or Loose Dogs
Report stray or loose dogs to either the Hilliard Division of Police at (614) 876-7321 or to the Franklin County Department of Animal Care and Control at (614) 462-3400. The Franklin County Department of Animal Care and Control has one or more animal control officers on duty 24 hours a day, every day of the year. This agency is also responsible for enforcement of dog-related laws and operates the Franklin County dog shelter at 1731 Alum Creek Drive. For more information, go to http://www.franklincountyohio.gov/commissioners/ancl/programs/enforcement.cfm.
Stray Cats
The Capital Area Humane Society (CAHS) at (614) 777-7387 will accept stray cats and other animals for a fee if they have space available in their facility at 3015 Scioto-Darby Executive Court in Hilliard. For more information, go to http://www.cahs-pets.org/.
Roadside Animals
Norwich Township will assist in removing dead wildlife from Township roads whenever possible. Report dead wildlife found on roads to the Norwich Township Roads Superintendent at (614) 876-2236 during normal business hours.
Child Car Seat Safety Check
Norwich Township Fire Department is pleased to announce the return of the Child Car Seat Safety Check. This program is designed to assist families, who already have car seats, ensure that they are installed properly. These checks, by appointment only, will be held the third Monday of each month from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. To schedule your appointment, please call (614) 876-7694.
Norwich Township Fire Department is a proud member of the Central Ohio Safe Kids Coalition. For more information, go to http://www.publichealth.columbus.gov/programs/programs_35.asp.
Household Hazardous Waste Collections
Most households have hazardous waste materials that cannot legally be disposed with regular trash because they can cause injury or are harmful if not used, stored, or disposed properly. Items such as paint, lighter fluid, gasoline, paint thinner, kerosene, polishes, adhesives, pool chemicals, acids, drain cleaner, paint stripper, antifreeze, insecticides, rat poison, mercury/Ni-cad and lithium batteries should be disposed of at a household hazardous waste collection.
The Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) has opened a permanent Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection site at 1249 Essex Avenue, Columbus. This location has regularly scheduled weekly hours, but closed on holidays. Summer hours (April - October) are Wednesdays 2:00PM - 7:00PM and Thursdays 9:00AM - 5:00PM. Winter hours (November - March) are Wednesdays 2:00PM - 6:00PM and Thursdays 9:00PM - 4:00PM. SWACO will also continue with their monthly mobile HHW collection events. Those locations are as follows:
April 26, 2008 - Dublin - Ashland Inc. 5200 Blazer Pkwy.
May 10, 2008 - Whitehall/Gahanna - John Bishop Park 4850 Etna Road
May 24, 2008 - Hilliard - City Municipal Building 3800 Municipal Way
June 7, 2008 - Reynoldsburg - Huber Park 7260 East Livingston Ave.
June 21, 2008 - Columbus - Morse Road Transfer Facility 4260 Morse Road
July 12, 2008 - Jefferson/Plain Township - New Albany - Jefferson Twp. Service Department 6620 Havens Corner Road
July 26, 2008 - Upper Arlington - City Service Department 4100 Roberts Road
August 9, 2008 - Groveport/Madison Township - K-Mart Operations Center - 4400 South Hamilton Road
August 23, 2008 - Columbus - Georgesville Road Transfer Facility - 1550 Georgesville Road
September 6, 2008 - Westerville - City Service Department - 350 Park Meadow Road
September 20, 2008 - Columbus - Alum Creek Drive Transfer Facility - 2100 Alum Creek Drive
October 4, 2008 - Worthington - Anthem Insurance - 6740 N. High Street
October 18, 2008 - Grove City - Broadway Shopping Center - Corner of Southwest Blvd and Broadway
No materials from businesses will be accepted at either location. If your business has hazardous waste materials to dispose, please call the Ohio EPA (614) 728-3778.
Did you know... you can dry up latex paint! Latex paint is water soluble and can be dried out converting it to a non-hazardous material. There are point hardeners available in stores or you can mix the paint with cat litter or sawdust. Leave the lid off to speed up the process. When the paint is dry, throw it in with your regular trash.
For more information, go to http://www.swaco.org/SmartPeople/HHW.aspx.
Immunizations
The Franklin County Health Department offers child and adult immunizations at the Hilliard United Methodist Church Christian Life Center, 3191 Main Street, on the second Wednesday of every month. Immunizations are given from 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Required immunizations are available for a $10 administration fee to children ages one month to 18 years of age. No one will be turned away due to inability to pay. Adult immunizations are also available at the clinic and vary in price according to the vaccine; however, international travel immunizations are not available.
Please be sure to bring your child's shot record with you to the clinic. A completed consent form is required if a parent or legal guardian is not present at the clinic. For more information, go to http://www.franklincountyohio.gov/board_of_health/immunizations.htm.
Law Enforcement
Police services, including patrol and investigation, are provided by the Hilliard Police Department for both the unincorporated areas and areas within the city limits. Residents of the Township who reside within the City of Columbus are served by the Columbus Division of Police.
Mercury Thermometer Exchange
Norwich Township Fire Department, in conjunction with the Franklin County Board of Health, Columbus Health Department, Columbus Division of Sewerage and Drainage and Bowling Green State University, are sponsoring a mercury thermometer exchange program. Trade in your mercury-containing thermometer, thermostat, blood pressures cuff or other mercury containing device for a FREE digital thermometer.
Bring your mercury-containing items in the original plastic case or in two sealed small plastic bags to Norwich Township Fire Department Station 83, 4283 Davidson Road, from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. A solid container such as a margarine tub or coffee may also be used. Receive one digital thermometer per household, while supplies last. Exchange mercury-containing items even after free digital thermometer supply runs out.
For more information, go to http://www.franklincountyohio.gov/board_of_health/exchangemercury.html.
Mosquito Control
Mosquitoes can pose a potential health risk as transmitters of diseases such as encephalitis and the West Nile Virus. A single water-filled bucket can produce a new generation of hundreds of biting mosquitoes every few days. Most disease causing mosquitoes spend their entire lives within 300 feet of their breeding site. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in water. Larvae hatch from the eggs and develop into flying adults. Anything in your yard that holds water can be a breeding site for mosquitoes. You can help reduce the mosquito population around your home by eliminating the conditions mosquitoes need to breed:
- Empty, remove, cover or turn over any container that has the potential to hold water.
- Repair leaky pipes and outside faucets.
- Make sure gutters and downspouts are free of blockages and are properly draining.
- Empty wading pools weekly and store indoors when not in use.
- Dispose of old tires properly.
- Change water and scrub vases that hold flowers or cuttings twice each week.
- Empty bird baths twice weekly.
- Empty your pet's watering dishes daily.
- Drain or fill low areas on your property that hold water for more than three days.
The Franklin County Board of Health installs and monitors mosquito traps throughout the Township from early summer to mid fall for the incidence of West Nile virus and La Crosse encephalitis in the mosquito population. If surveillance shows an increasing number of diseased mosquitoes and an unusually large number of mosquitoes that test positive for West Nile Virus in a trap, the area will be sprayed. Spraying is effective on the adult population only and does not kill egg or larval stages.
Spraying for Mosquitoes
When done properly, spraying for mosquitoes is an effective way to reduce the numbers of mosquitoes and reduce residents' risk of contracting mosquito-borne diseases. In order to be effective, spraying must coincide with the time of day the mosquitoes are most active. For the mosquitoes that carry West Nile Virus, that means spraying around twilight and early evening or early morning hours. Licensed and trained Board of Health staff will apply pesticides intended specifically for mosquito control. The chemicals are registered with the U.S. EPA and Department of Agriculture, and are applied according to federal and state laws. The county operates ultra-low-volume spray machines that are computer controlled and calibrated to apply extremely small amounts of pesticide over large areas. The chemicals used by the Franklin County Board of Health do not persist in the environment; they break down within hours in water, are destroyed rapidly by light, and will decompose when exposed to air. The morning after an application, the amount of residual pesticide on exterior surfaces will be negligible. To greatly reduce your exposure during spraying, you can take the following precautionary steps:
- Whenever possible, remain indoors with windows closed when spraying is taking place.
- Bring laundry and toys indoors before spraying begins. Wash with soap and water if exposed to pesticides during spraying.
- Bring your pets indoors, and turn off aerators in ornamental fishponds to avoid direct exposure.
- Cover outdoor tables and play equipment or rinse them off after spraying is finished.
- Wash exposed skin surfaces with soap and water if you come in contact with pesticides.
- Wash any exposed fruits and vegetables with water before storing, cooking or eating.
- Wait about one hour before allowing children to play in areas that have been sprayed.
- For your safety and the safety of our operators, please do not approach or follow a spray truck when it is operating. If you are in a vehicle, please try to find an alternate route.
For more information, go to http://www.franklincountyohio.gov/board_of_health/mosquito.htm.
Refuse/Recycling
Norwich Township contracts with Local Waste Services for waste disposal services for unincorporated residents. Local Waste Services also provides these services to city of Hilliard residents. Benefits to residents who receive this service include reduced rates, recycling and yard waste collection services. The company bills residents directly for the services provided. The Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio provides for disposal of solid waste and composting of yard waste generated within the township. Local Waste Services contracts Rumpke of Ohio, Inc. for their recycling facilities. If you need to arrange for trash and recyclables collection with Local Waste Services, call (614) 409-9375.
Collection Containers
Please place your waste materials in sealed garbage or paper bags (strong enough to securely hold the contents), or plastic or metal cans. Closed cardboard boxes are acceptable for bulky or loose materials; however, Local Waste Services is not able to collect overloaded or wet boxes. To ensure driver safety, no container should weigh more than 50 pounds. Local Waste Services have 95-gallon waste containers available to rent. Contact them directly at (614) 409-9375.
Trash Service Guidelines
Please have your trash out by 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled pick-up day. Please have your yard waste in biodegradable brown paper bags or in containers that are marked “YARD WASTE”. Brush must be tied or bundled in 4 foot or less lengths. The following items are deemed uncollectible items:
- Tires
- Household Hazardous Waste
- Lead Acid Batteries
- Liquids, Paints, Oils
- Freon-based Appliances
- Large Automobile Parts
The following items are deemed recyclable items:
- Glass (food and beverage containers)
- Steel/Tin Cans
- HDPE and PETE Plastics (#1 and #2)
- Aluminum Cans
- "Kraft" or brown paper grocery sacks
- Corrugated Cardboard
- White/Yellow Pages phone books
- Newspapers and Magazines
Recycling Policy
All recyclable materials will be collected and mixed together in a truck. It is then separated at the local recycling center. Do not bundle or bag materials. Place loosely in bins. Plastic grocery bags are NOT accepted. Please return them to the grocery store. Window glass and glass dishes are NOT recyclable. If you reside in the unincorporated areas of Norwich Township and need a recycling bin, contact Local Waste Services directly. If you reside within the city limits, contact the City of Hilliard to pick up a recycling bin.
Bulk Items (bulky or heavy items)
Local Waste Services will collect bulk items with your other items on your scheduled pick-up day. Please cut bulk material such as boards, fencing, paneling and carpeting into four foot lengths and tie into bundles with a diameter not to exceed 18 inches. All other types of bulk materials should be collected as one piece. Please keep in mind that single items weighing more than 50 pounds may injure your driver. To schedule removal of any Freon-based appliances, contact Local Waste Services directly.
For more information, go to http://www.localwasteservices.com.