STATEHOUSE NEWS

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James Shea has joined the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) senior staff as the Deputy Director, Buildings and Grounds. Shea comes to CSRAB with a strong background in the facilities and construction industry. Mr. Shea most recently served as the Director of Construction Management for Huntington National Bank. While at Huntington, Shea was responsible for the management of the facilities department and the management of 650 properties throughout Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana and West Virginia.

Prior to his work with Huntington National Bank, James Shea served as senior director for facilities planning for the Mount Carmel Health System.

Shea fills the Deputy Director vacancy left by Dave Wycuff, who is retiring on February 29 after serving the state of Ohio for 30 years. As Deputy Director for Buildings and Grounds, Shea will provide leadership and management to the facilities operation of the Capitol Square complex.

Shea is a resident of Grove City.

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The Ohio Statehouse is more than a monument to our past; it's where history happens! The Ohio Statehouse is open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; weekends from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed holidays. The Ohio Statehouse Museum is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; weekends from noon to 4 p.m.; closed holidays. Admission is free. Free guided tours are offered weekdays on the hour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and weekends from noon to 3 p.m. Tours depart from the Map Room easily accessible from the Third Street entrance. Groups of 10 or more are requested to call in advance to ensure a guide is available. Contact 888/OHIO-123 for more information or to schedule a group tour. For more information about the Ohio Statehouse visit www.ohiostatehouse.org.

The Ohio Statehouse is handicapped accessible and senior friendly. The Capitol Square complex was restored to allow for greater access by individuals living with disabilities. Ohio Statehouse public programs and events are held in accessible and barrier free areas of the building so that everyone can participate. Ohio Statehouse visitors needing disability-related accommodations in order to fully participate in an event may contact the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board at statehouse@csrab.state.oh.us or 614/752-9777 to communicate special needs. Please allow three weeks for arrangements to be completed.

The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) is responsible for maintaining the historic character of the Statehouse and Capitol Square while providing for the health, safety and convenience of those who work in or visit the complex. The Ohio Statehouse Museum Education Center coordinates tours of Capitol Square and provides information about the buildings, their history and Ohio's government.

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