Commissioner Tim and Marianne Bubb at Swearing-In Event December 30th

JuvenileProbate Judge Robert Hoover administers the oath of office to Commisisoner Tim Bubb, joined by wife Marianne. Location the historic west courtroom of the Licking County Courthouse.

(l-r) - Commissioner's son and Newark Councilman Ryan Bubb, granddaughter Marley F. Young, Marianne and Tim Bubb, and Bonnie (daughter in law), Elijah (grandson), and Corey (son).

Daughter in Law Bonnie Young with new grandson Elijah (future Commissioner).

Sheriff's honor guard preparing for the swearing-in of Licking County elected officials.

Commissioner Tim Bubb speaking after the swearing-in.

Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb and wife Marianne - Swearing-in with Judge Robert Hoover in the Courthouse's historic West Courtroom

The historic West Courtroom of the Licking County Courthouse was the site for the official swearing-in of elected county public officials on Tuesday, December 30th. Some 200 friends, family and interested citizens attended the public event. It was the final event in the County’s Bicentennial Year of 2008.

The following elected public officials received their oaths of office. Judge Robert Hoover was sworn-in again as Juvenile-Probate Judge by Judge Jon Spahr, Richard Wright was sworn to his first term as Domestic Relations Judge by Judge Jon Spahr, Engineer Tim Lollo was sworn to a sixth term by Judge Jon Spahr, Clerk of Courts Gary Walters was sworn to office by Judge Craig Baldwin, Commissioner Tim Bubb was sworn to a second term by Judge Robert Hoover, Treasurer Mike Smith was sworn to office by Judge Craig Baldwin, Prosecutor Ken Oswalt received his oath from Judge Jon Spahr, Commissioner Brad Feightner was sworn to office by Judge Craig Baldwin, and Sheriff Randy Thorp was sworn by Judge Jon Spahr. Sheriff Thorp then swore-in several dozen of his deputies who were on hand for the event.

The event included an impressive presentation of colors by the Honor Guard of the Licking County Sheriff’s Office, and an invocation and benediction by Reverend Wes Humble of the Newark Church of the Nazarene. Humble serves as the Sheriff’s Patrol Chaplain.

Judge Jon Spahr welcomed the standing room only crowd to his historic West Courtroom, in the Licking County Courthouse, describing it as one of the most beautiful in Ohio and possibly the nation. Spahr also said he was humbled to be part of the contingent of Licking County Officials, and proud to be a resident of Licking County.

County Commissioner Tim Bubb, who organized the joint Swearing-in event with Sheriff Randy Thorp, said he was also pleased to be part of the County Government team and that most of those recently elected were able to take part in the event. The exceptions were Judge Thomas Marcelain who was ill and unable to attend, Coroner Robert Raker who was out of town for the wedding of his son, and Recorder Bryan Long who was sworn in two weeks ago in ceremonies at his office. Judge Thomas

The attached video clip of Commissioner Tim Bubb taking his oath was photographed by Tim’s granddaughter Marley Young.

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE BUBB FAMILY

Wishing you and your a very Merry Christmas!

From Commissioner Tim and Marianne Bubb - and Family!

Courthouse Holiday Lights Shine for 60th Consecutive Year

In the Bicentennial year for Licking County, a tradition has continued with the 60th annual holiday lighting of the historic courthouse. Several thousand residents, and visitors from far and wide, packed the downtown Newark Square Friday evening (November 28th) for the grand event.

The holiday music program featured well known local performers (singers) Hugh Price and Amy Fraley, and Peter Larson on the keyboards. Three community groups add to the festivities with holiday selections. The Granville High School Ace Chorus led by Paul Jackson, Girl Scouts from several troops that comprise the Lakewood Service Unit #670 directed by Sarah Letki, and the Blessed Sacrament Chorus led by Tammy Witham. The master of ceremonies was Newark 's own Dave Lehman.

Recognized on stage were Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb and Newark Mayor Bob Diebold. Both officials welcomed the crowd and wished everyone a Merry Christmas!

Newark City Councilman Ryan Bubb was on hand to announce the winners in the Downtown Newark Association's (DNA) 'Holiday Window Decorating Contest'. The winning entry for 2008 was the window of Forever Flowers on West Church Street. The second place winner was Park Place Coffee Roasters, and tied for third place were H.L. Art Jewelers and Goumas Candyland (all on North Park Place on the Square). Councilman Bubb invited residents to enjoy the some 25-decorated windows around the downtown, while also enjoying the Courthouse decorations.

Courtesy of the DNA Santa was on hand to visit individually with the children in The Arcade after the courthouse lighting festivities. The Licking County Courthouse will be lighted each evening through the first day of 2009, and holiday music on the Square will be featured during the days and evenings up to Christmas day.

A special thanks to all the local media for their coverage and support, and a special salute to WCLT radio for continuing their long tradition of support. Their considerable coverage culminated with a live Friday (Nov 28) 'Curtis and Olivia' morning show broadcast from Twi-Light Coffee in downtown Newark. The show featured a number of Courthouse Lighting related guests. In addition WCLT's Big Thunder broadcast live from the annual Friday evening lighting ceremony.

Newark Advocate reporter Abbey Roy was on hand and filed this newpaper account of the events of the evening in the Advocate on-line and for Saturday's paper...

The unlit Licking County Courthouse loomed in the night sky and a wintery chill was in the air.

Santa Claus had just sent word from his sleigh, alerting the horde of young and old fans who had gathered on the Courthouse Square that he was flying over Lake Erie and hoped to arrive soon.A group of children dressed as elves sang “Santa Claus is Coming To Town” on a spotlighted stage at the base of the courthouse, and Beth Yocum stood on a picnic table bench, taking it in.Yocum, 64, used to come to the courthouse lighting with her mother as a young girl. After a hiatus of several years, she and her husband, Harry Yocum, 61, returned to the square Friday for the lighting and appearance of Saint Nick himself. “We just like to do things together to welcome the Christmas season, and this seemed like the way to do it,” said Harry, who was nearly the same height as his wife as he stood on the ground next to her.

Friday marked the 60th annual lighting of the courthouse, made fiscally possible by community donations but carried out by the chorus of voices that shouted “Merry Christmas!” under Santa’s direction.They didn’t get it the first try, or the second.But after a promising pep talk from Santa, the decorated courthouse flickered and lit up for good.“I want you to close your eyes and feel the spirit of Christmas rise up from your feet and through your body, and let that spirit out,” he said. The final “Merry Christmas” that resounded from the crowd generated enough energy to keep the lights shining well beyond Christmas Day.

Among the crowd was Spencer Showalter, 4, of Newark, who came to his first courthouse lighting with his mother, Susan; father, Chad; and 5-month-old brother, Lucas, who hid beneath a blanket in a stroller.Spencer said he had come to cheer on Santa, who he hopes will bring him a toy dinosaur for Christmas this year.“I put that scary thing on my list,” he said with a smile.

After Santa had departed for the Arcade to visit with children, David and Jackie Johnson hung back for a few minutes with their two children to take some cell phone snapshots of the courthouse.Gabriel Johnson, 6, said his favorite part of Santa’s visit was when the courthouse lit up; his sister, Sydney, 12, agreed.“I liked just being able to come and see the lights being lit,” Sydney said.

VICTORY - Thanks To All of My Supporters Across Licking County For Their 'Vote of Confidence' on Election Day 2008

I am gratified to the people of Licking County for returning me to the Board of Commissioners for a second term. In what looked to be a difficult year we scored a substantial two to one victory margin! In addition our coattails helped to carry Brad Feightner to a Commissioner win, and Richard Wright to a judicial victory.


The hard work by my ReElection Committee, and dozens of family and friends made the difference as we carried our campaign to all corners of the County throughout this Election Year. Let me say "thanks" to the hundreds, if not thousands, of people I have worked with in my first term as your County Commissioner! It continues to be an honor serving you.

To the voters, whose voices were heard in record numbers this year, 'thanks' to all who supported me on the ballot on Tuesday.

In fact - THANKS A MILLION!

Granville Residents Flock To Candidate Event

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(top) - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb with event host Ceil Pretzman.

(2nd) - Commissioner Bubb with Granville resident Bill Wentworth (center) and Pretzman (right).

(3rd) - Commissioner Bubb with Ceil Pretzman and Congressman Pat Tiberi.

(4th) - Congressman Pat Tiberi thanking longtime friend Pretzman for her years of support.

(5th) - Granville resident Mike Morris with Newark City At-Large Councilman Ryan Bubb and Congressman Tiberi.

(6th) - Republican candidate for County Commissioner Brad Feightner addresses the crowd.

(7th) - Republican candidate for Domestic Relations Court Judge Richard Wright speaks to the attendees.

(8th) - Host Pretzman wraps-up the event.

Some 100 Granville area residents attend a Sunday afternoon 'meet the candidate' event in the Club House at The Condominium at Erinwood. The event was sponsored by the Re Elect Tim Bubb County Commissioner Campaign and was hosted by longtime supporter Ceil Pretzman. Ceil was assisted by a committee of fellow Erinwood residents.

Special guest at the event was Congressman Pat Tiberi, who arrived after speaking at the McCain For President rally in the Columbus area.

In addition Tiberi, Commissioner Bubb also introduced fellow republican candidate for County Commissioner Brad Feightner, and the republican candidate for Domestic Relations Court Judge Richard Wright.

Commissioner Tim Bubb Receives Endorsement for Re-Election by Newark Firefighters Local 109 PAC

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(Top) - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb (right) accepts the endorsement and a campaign contribution from David McElfresh, President of IAFF Local 109 Newark Ohio Professional Fire Fighters.

(Bottom) - Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb

The Committee to Re-Elect Licking County Commissioner Tim Bubb is pleased to learn of his endorsement by the members of Newark Firefighters Local 109 PAC (Political Action Committee). In addition, Commissioner Bubb is adding his 'thanks' to the IAFF Local 109 PAC for their financial contribution to his re-election bid.

In making the endorsement the members of the PAC stated that the support came after a majority vote of their membership at their October 1 (2008) Union meeting. The firefighters stated, "We feel Commissioner Bubb supports the safety issues that affect our members and this community, and therefore has earned our endorsement. We wish Commissioner Bubb the best in the upcoming election.

In welcoming the endorsement and financial support from IAFF Newark Firefighters Local 109 PAC, Commissioner Bubb said, "I appreciated the opportunity to sit down and both answer questions, and also converse with the endorsement interview panel. I have consistently supported safety services as both a Newark City and now Licking County Official, and will continue to do so.

Newark, as the County seat, has been known for professional and well equipped Fire and EMS services, and as both a Commissioner and Newark resident I will continue to support the men and women who risk their lives each day to make our community safe."