Friday, September 29, 2000
Hamilton mayor plans open-door office hours
By Earnest Winston
The Cincinnati Enquirer
HAMILTON — Do you hate leaving messages or writing letters about potholes on your street?
Beginning Oct. 6, citizens will be able to talk face-to-face with Mayor Adolf Olivas about anything they want. Appointments are not required. Mr. Olivas said he will be available from 3-5 p.m. every Friday, except Nov. 24 and Dec. 22.
“I want to encourage people with the time and means to visit City Hall and gain an appreciation for the fact that we, as elected officials, work for them,” Mr. Olivas said.
“Additionally, it is quite possible that I could effect a resolution of a problem or concern on the spot by accompanying the individual to the appropriate department. I have always prided myself on returning all calls and getting back to citizens with concerns.”
The mayor said citizens have complained about their elected officials not being accessible, but it's not very common. Citizens will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis.
“I will stay as long after 5 p.m. as there are citizens in need of assistance,” he said.
An aide of Cincinnati Mayor Charlie Luken said Mr. Luken is organizing times when citizens can come to City Hall and discuss issues with him. His predecessor, Roxanne Qualls, also set aside time for constituents to meet her in her office.
In Middletown, the chairman of the city commission does not offer office hours. However, citizens can call to arrange meetings.
Newport Mayor Tom Guidugli does not have designated office hours, but residents can call and leave messages for him.
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