Current News
Friday February 19th
There were no reports of gunshots made to RPD. If you hear gunfire, please call 911 and we will investigate.
Monday February 15th
Wood Co has just been placed under a Level 2 snow emergency.
LEVEL 2: Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow. Roads may also be very icy. Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads. Contact your employer to see if you should report to work. Motorists should use extreme caution.
Sunday February 14th
What has changed:
The winter weather advisory for portions of western Ohio have been upgraded to a winter storm warning. The storm track is expected to move a bit further north resulting in heavier snow accumulations across the entire area.
The following links can be bookmarked for the latest information:
Winter Storm details can be found here.
Additional information and snowfall graphics can be found at: www.weather.gov/cle/winter
The latest forecast for your location can be found by clicking on the map at www.weather.gov/cle.
We will continue to pay attention to the forecast
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Wood County is under a Winter Weather Advisory starting 1 am Monday morning. A winter storm will impact the entire forecast area beginning Monday morning and persisting through Tuesday morning. There will be 2 distinguished periods of snowfall, one occurring Monday morning into Monday afternoon, and the other occurring Monday night into Tuesday. The current forecast has a brief hiatus of snowfall occurring Monday evening, however this window continues to diminish. Timing of the snowfall is expected to impact both Monday and Tuesday morning commutes, with a potential to impact the Monday evening commute with any lingering snow across the area.
Breaking down what to expect during the 2 different periods:
- Monday morning into the afternoon: 1 to 3 inches of snow is expected for areas west of I71, with 2 to 4 inches of snow expected for areas in the I71 corridor and east.
-Monday night into Tuesday: an additional 2 to 4 inches of snow is expected for areas west of I71, with an additional 4 to 8 inches of snow expected for areas in the I71 corridor and east.
In addition to widespread accumulating snowfall, wind chill values overnight Sunday and Monday are expected to be in the single digits, approaching zero in the western counties. The attached wind chill graphic is for Monday night as this will be the colder of the two nights. Please take this time to prepare for these cold temperatures and heavy snow.
Prepare your home to keep out the cold with insulation, caulking and weather stripping. Learn how to keep pipes from freezing. Install and test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors with battery backups. Gather supplies in case you need to stay home for several days without power. Keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication. Remember the needs of your pets. Have extra batteries for radios and flashlights. Stay off roads if at all possible. If trapped in your car, then stay inside.
Limit your time outside. If you need to go outside, then wear layers of warm clothing. Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia.
Reduce the risk of a heart attack by avoiding overexertion when shoveling snow and walking in the snow.
The EMA will continue to monitor the forecas
Monday February 8th
We are proud to welcome Officer Derek Fillmore and Officer Keon Domanski to the Rossford Police Department. They were sworn in at tonight’s City Council meeting by Mayor MacKinnon.
Sunday February 7th
The Rossford Police Department is reminding residents to make sure snow is shoveled off their sidewalks within 24 hours of snowfall.
Rossford property owners who do not shovel their sidewalks within 24 hours of a snowfall will face a charge for the city to perform the service.
Under the city law, any sidewalk not cleared of snow and ice within 24 hours after the end of a storm can be declared a public nuisance.
City workers then will clear the sidewalk and charge the owner an amount equal to the cost plus a surcharge of 100 percent.
The landowner will be billed, and if the bill is not paid in 30 days, the charge will be placed on the property tax bill.
A violation of the law is a minor misdemeanor.
Police Chief Todd Kitzler also said residents should be aware of the city ordinance on moving vehicles on public streets.
Rossford requires that all vehicles parked on public streets be moved every 24 hours.
“We would appreciate it if residents would move their cars after it snows, so the plows can get through,” Chief Kitzler said.
Cars that are not moved will receive a parking ticket, and if three tickets accumulate on one vehicle, it will be towed.
For more information, contact the police department at 419-666-7390.
The Rossford Municipal Code can be viewed online at www.rossfordohio.com.
Friday February 5th
Extreme low temperatures have been forecast for the next several days. Please keep an eye on neighbors that may be in need and monitor your pets if they are outside. Call us if you or anyone you know needs assistance. Have a safe weekend.
Thursday February 4th
Wood County has been placed under a Level 1 snow emergency effective this date at 1919 hrs.
Wednesday February 3rd
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has been made aware of a high number of fraudulent claims regarding Unemployment Benefits issued through the state of Ohio. Although the Ohio Attorney General cannot make a determination as to the validity of a claim – that must be handled by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) – here are a few simple FAQs to address the situation that we are encouraging you to share with your residents.
Q: How do I know if someone has fraudulently filed for Unemployment Benefits in my name?
A: If you have received one or more of the following and you did not file for Unemployment Benefits in 2020, you may have had a fraudulent claim made in your name:
A 1099-G tax form.
A letter from ODJFS stating that Unemployment Benefits have been applied for in your name.
A US Bank ReliaCard for funds you do not recognize or were not expecting.
Notification from your employer that ODJFS is inquiring about Unemployment Benefits that you did not apply for.
Q: What should I do if I receive one of the forms/notifications listed above?
A: You should follow these steps, in order:
Contact ODJFS immediately.
You can report identity theft to ODJFS by completing an online form here or by visiting www.Unemployment.Ohio.Gov. You will need to enter personal information such as your Social Security number and your driver’s license number. If you do not have access to the internet, you can call ODJFS at 877-644-6562; please note wait times may be long.
Once you’ve successfully filed your report, ODJFS will send a confirmation email, investigate the claim and issue a correction to the IRS if fraud is determined.
Please note: There is not a mechanism in place for the Ohio Attorney General to contact ODJFS on your behalf to either start or expedite the process.
Check your credit report.
Visit www.AnnualCreditReport.com or call 877-322-8228 to do so. A credit report will show all credit-related accounts open in your name, such as mortgages, credit cards and car loans. Credit reports are free through April 2021, and after that date, you are entitled to one free credit report per year from each of the main three credit reporting agencies. On your report, look for accounts and inquiries that you do not recognize. If you find anything suspicious, contact the Ohio Attorney General’s Office (800-282-0515 or www.OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov).
Consider placing an Initial Fraud Alert on your credit report.
A fraud alert makes it harder for an identity thief to open credit accounts in your name and lasts for one year. You need to contact only one of the credit agencies listed below to place the alert; the one you contact will share the information with the other two. The agencies are:
Experian: www.experian.com/fraud (888-397-3742)
Equifax: www.equifax.com (800-525-6285)
Transunion: www.transunion.com (800-680-7289).
There is no charge to place an Initial Fraud Alert.
Consider placing a permanent Security Freeze on your credit report.
A Security Freeze will prevent others from opening credit in your name; such a freeze is free to place and is permanent. (You must pause or end it to open a new account.) Unlike an Initial Fraud Alert, for a Security Freeze, you must contact all three of the credit reporting agencies. Use the contact information listed above to do so.
Q: Can the Ohio Attorney General’s Office resolve my Unemployment Benefits claim?
A: Although the Ohio Attorney General’s Office provides many services to help victims of identity theft, the office cannot resolve Unemployment Benefits claims; only ODJFS can make an eligibility and/or fraud determination. However, if after checking your credit report, you find accounts that do not belong to you, you are encouraged to contact the Ohio Attorney General’s Identity Theft Unit (800-282-0515 or www.OhioAttorneyGeneral.gov).
Q: Can the Ohio Attorney General help me with other tax-related issues, such as providing guidance on how to file my taxes in light of receiving a fraudulent 1099-G?
A: The Ohio Attorney General’s Office cannot help with filing taxes, but the following websites may be helpful:
The state of Ohio answers tax questions on this webpage.
The IRS answer tax questions on this webpage.
Q: How can I protect myself from identity theft moving forward?
A: There are many ways in which you can protect yourself from further identity theft:
Never share personal information with someone who contacts you unexpectedly.
Place an Initial Fraud Alert or permanent Security Freeze on your credit reports.
Never carry unnecessary personal information, such as your Social Security card, in your wallet or purse.
Don’t conduct private business on personal WiFi.
Use hard-to-guess passwords, especially for websites in which you have personal information stored.
You can find the Ohio Attorney General’s Identity Theft Basics flier here.
Home - Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost
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The Attorney General’s Office offers a new tool for Ohio gun buyers: a database that lists the serial numbers of firearms that have been reported stolen.Wednesday February 3rd
A premiere pet device with an antenna was found in Island View Park. Please call 666-5230 and describe it if you want it back.