Luncheon, MCI tour, & Leadership Conference

Thanks to all who were able to attend the luncheon at Ryan’s on September 1st.  The food was good, but the real attraction is always getting together to share memories.  This year it was a little different, in that MCI staff members were present to record some of those memories. 

As mentioned previously, MCI has been working on properly documenting its history.  There have been efforts to do this under the watchful gaze of each Warden, but Warden Bunting has turned this into an organizational mission.  In addition to the numerous photos and documents collected over the years, the oral history of the institution has become the focus.  

Each of us has unique stories and experiences, like those shared at our informal gatherings.   MCI is working on documenting those to add detail and meaning to the photos and newspaper clippings.  This effort started with the MCI cookout in July, and is intended to be an ongoing project.  If you are interested in participating, contact either one of us, or Kathy Hamilton (740-382-5781, ext. 2210). 

We have two future events to mention that might catch your fancy. 

The first to come up on the calendar is MCI’s open house, scheduled for Sunday, September 20.  Billed as the MCI Family, Friends, & Retirees Tour Day, it is an opportunity to go through the facility.  Many current employees take advantage of this opportunity to show friends and relatives where they work.  For us, it is an opportunity to see what they’ve done with the place since we last walked the hallways.  There is no cost, and refreshments are provided.  Below should be a copy of the poster they provided for the event.

The second item is a little narrower in scope.  On Friday, November 13^th MCI will again be hosting a Men’s Leadership Conference.  Although not all details are finalized at this time, one significant one is:  the featured guest speaker will be Mr. Art Tate.  Many of us will recall Mr. Tate from his stints in Central Office, and as Warden of Chillicothe Correctional Institution.  To others, he is best known as the Warden of the Southern Ohio Correctional Facility during the riot of 1993.  We have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Tate many times over the years, and are pleased he accepted this invitation to speak.

That’s what we know for now.  If we don’t see you on the 20^th, we’ll see you at MCI for the free lunch on October 7.

Charles Daniel, President
John Mathew, Vice President

email:  mcira43302@yahoo.com

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Retiree Luncheon

Come join us at Ryan’s Steak House,

2227 Marion-Mt. Gilead Road Marion, Ohio
for our semi-annual M.C.I. Retirees Luncheon,
Tuesday, September 1st at 12:00P.M.

For those unable to attend the cookout in July, this is another opportunity to record 

your recollections of MCI’s history.  Participation is voluntary but encouraged.   

After all, who knows your experience better than you do? 

For more background, please check the posts on our web site below.

If you have an email address, or no longer wish to receive our communications,

please let us know at mcira43302@yahoo.com, or by calling 740-499-5014.

Updates will remain available here on our blog site.

Charles Daniel, President
John Mathew, Vice President

email:  mcira43302@yahoo.com

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Cashier's Office & MCI Retiree Picnic

MCI provided us an update on the window hours for the Cashier’s Office.  They’ve asked that we pass the information along to make sure that everyone who makes use of their services receives the information.  The relevant portion of the email is printed below:

Effective August 3, 2015 the Cashier’s Office will have designated window hours.  All sales (Meal Tickets, Dog Grooming/Boarding, Service Tickets etc.) will be conducted during these hours only.  

                06:00 am – 08:00 am

                10:30 am – 12:00 pm

                01:00 pm – 02:30 pm

Please plan accordingly. 

Thank you

In other news, please remember to RSVP to Kathy Hamilton to attend the MCI Retirees Picnic on July 22^nd.  Her number is 740-382-5781, extension 2210.  Your call makes sure they purchase enough hamburgers, hot dogs, and tableware for the entire group.

We’ll see you on the 22nd!

Charles Daniel, President
John Mathew, Secretary

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We have an update on the cookout for the MCI retirees.  

Please take a moment to check out the letter we will be mailing and emailing our members 

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Dear Fellow Retiree,  

 

Marion Correctional Institution has invited the retirees to a cookout, to be held off-site later this month, and which includes spouses and significant others.  Scheduled for Wednesday, July 22^nd from 4-7pm, it will be held at the FOP Park outside of Caledonia.  Hamburgers and hotdogs will be provided, along with plates, napkins, and forks.  There is no cost involved to attend, only that you bring a covered dish and your own beverages.  The dress code is casual – after all, this is a summer picnic held in a park.  If you are able to make it, just let Kathy Hamilton know at 740-382-5781, extension 2210, by July 21^st.  A copy of the poster is included as an attachment.

The reasons behind this cookout focus on Warden Bunting’s desire to recognize and preserve MCI’s history.  Many of you have already obtained or viewed copies of MCI’s 60^th Anniversary book and DVD produced by PNN.  It has considerable information about the creation and early years of the institution. 

Each of us knows or has heard stories that add context to events from MCI’s past.  This cookout provides an opportunity to share and preserve our stories and observations with MCI’s current leadership.  From the numerous luncheons and informal meetings over the years, it is obvious the stories are out there.  Warden Bunting wants to preserve those moments and memories before the opportunity slips away.  Think of it this way, how many of us have said either during or after our employment,

“No one ever asked me, but if they did I’d tell them …”.

This is your chance.

MCI will have video equipment available to document your thoughts and impressions of your time working at MCI.  After we eat, we’d like you to consider sharing your stories.  Kathy Hamilton and John Mathew will coordinate the recording sessions.  Below is a list of suggested topics, but you might have others important to you – not a problem! 

For those who can’t attend the cookout but would like to participate, just let Kathy Hamilton know at the above number.  She can schedule a session in PNN for the next retiree’s lunch, August 5^th, or another day and time that is convenient.

We’ll see you on the 22nd!

Charles Daniel, President
John Mathew, Secretary

Sample Topic Areas:

1.         When did you work at MCI?

2.         What positions did you hold at MCI?

3.         Describe how you became interested in working at MCI.

4.         Describe your impressions entering the institution the first time.

5.         What did your family, friends, spouse (significant other) think about this?

6.         Why did you stay?

7.         What are three (3) events that stand out from your time at MCI?

8.         Knowing what you know now, if you could tell your “new hire” self something about working at MCI, what would that be?

9.         Knowing what you know now, if you could tell your “new hire” self something about retirement, what would that be?

 10.       In what areas do you feel you made a positive difference at MCI?

 11.       What do you miss the most about working at MCI?

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Marion Correctional Institution has invited the retirees to a cookout, to be held off-site later this month.  Scheduled for Wednesday, July 22^nd from 4-7pm, it will be held at the FOP Park outside of Caledonia.  Hamburgers and hotdogs will be provided.  There is no cost involved to attend, only that you bring a covered dish and your own beverages.  The dress code is casual – after all, this is a summer picnic held in a park.  If you are able to make it, just let Kathy Hamilton know at 740-382-5781, extension 2210.  

The reasons behind this cookout focus on Warden Bunting’s desire to recognize and preserve MCI’s history.  Many of you have already obtained or viewed copies of MCI’s 60^th Anniversary book and DVD produced by PNN.  It has considerable information about the creation and early years of the institution.  Equally interesting is the oral history. 

Each of us knows or has heard stories that add context to events from MCI’s past.  This cookout provides an opportunity to share and preserve our stories and observations with MCI’s current leadership.  From the numerous luncheons and informal meetings over the years, it is obvious the stories are out there.  Warden Bunting wants to preserve those moments and memories before the opportunity slips away.  Think of it this way, how many of us have said either during or after our employment,

“No one ever asked me, but if they did I’d tell them …”.

This is your chance.

We’ll see you on the 22nd!

Charles Daniel, President
John Mathew, Secretary

MCI's Men's Leadership Conference

Below is the notice MCI provided this afternoon for the Men's Leadership Conference.  Please notice the deadline for responding is tomorrow, April 30th.

John Mathew

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There have been some adjustments to the MCI schedule for Correctional Employees Week.  Audrie Bender has furnished us with the "new" poster.

Please note  the "Memorial Celebration of Life" has been moved to Friday, May 8th.

Charles Daniel, President
John Mathew, Secretary

Below is the notice from MCI concerning the 2015 Correctional Employees Week activities.  In addition, please mark these dates on your calendar:

*  Friday, April 17, 2015 will be the Marion Local Law Enforcement Banquet @ 6pm.  Contact Kathy Hamilton or Audrie Bender for details

*  Friday, May 8, 2015 will be a Men’s Leadership Workshop from 8am to 3pm.  Details to follow in the near future.

*  Friday, May 15, 2015 will be MCI’s Annual Strategic Planning Event at the FOP Park in Caledonia. Please remember, it is necessary to contact Deputy Faine by May 6 to participate.

Charles Daniel, President

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Warden Jason Bunting has asked that we share his recent letter:

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Dear Retirees:

 

In the upcoming months, we are hosting several events we would like you to consider joining us…

 

·         Friday, April 17, 2015 will be the Marion Local Law Enforcement Banquet @ 6pm

o   Contact Kathy Hamilton or Audrie Bender for details

·         Friday, May 8, 2015 will be a Men’s Leadership Workshop from 8am to 3pm

o   Details to follow in the near future

·         Friday, May 15, 2015 will be MCI’s Annual Strategic Planning Event

o   Deputy Faine will be coordinating details with John Mathew

 

Just a simple head’s up to you all…

 

As more details are available, we will provide them to you all…

 

Finally, we hope we see you!  We are all blessed to when we see you and you join us for anything we are doing!

 

Sincerely,

Jason Bunting, Warden

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As indicated, as more details are available we will post them.

BTW - Mark your calendar for our May luncheon at Ryan's in Marion.  The date is Tuesday, May 5th, and the time is noon.  

Charles Daniel, President