The Oakwood City Council meeting held on November 4, 2024, commenced with a celebratory atmosphere as the council recognized local achievements in a recent contest. The meeting featured the presentation of awards to the winners of a community event, highlighting the contributions of local families and organizations.

The first award presented was to the Bizon and Beecher families, with Maria Beecher in attendance to accept the honor. The council congratulated them warmly, acknowledging their involvement in the community. Following this, the second place award was given to "A Midsummer Night's Mare" by Call Creation, represented by Andy Ide, who was not present at the meeting. The council assured that the award would be delivered to him at an upcoming planning commission meeting.

The highlight of the awards was the first place recognition for "The Price is Fright," created by Bill McCarthy, Keith Morris, and Andy Jones, all of whom were present to receive their accolades. The council expressed their congratulations and appreciation for their creative contributions.

Additionally, the Mayor's Award was presented to the Oakwood Beautification Committee for their project celebrating 50 years at Smith Gardens, with Ted Kircher accepting the award on behalf of the committee. The mayor also took a moment to thank Vice Mayor Byington for assisting in the judging process, sharing that they enjoyed the experience of touring the entries in golf carts along Schaefer Boulevard.

The meeting also welcomed special guests, with Jackie Houssell introducing her friends to the council, further enhancing the community spirit of the gathering.

Overall, the meeting underscored the importance of community engagement and recognition of local talent, setting a positive tone for future council discussions and initiatives.