FLOOD DAMAGE INSURANCE ALERT ISSUED – Ohio Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor has issued a consumer alert to encourage Ohioans to be aware of the risks and financial responsibility associated with flood damage to their home. Floods threaten to destroy homes from coast to coast – and they can happen anytime, anywhere and without warning.

“Flood damage is not usually covered under a standard homeowner’s or renter’s policy and I urge consumers to review their insurance policies to determine if this damage will be covered ,” said Taylor, also director of the Ohio Department of Insurance. “Additionally, if consumers find that they need flood insurance, they should secure coverage as soon as possible because these policies do not go into effect until 30 days after the purchase.”

SIT-DOWN DINNERS ENCOURAGED – Home Instead Senior Care is looking for more people to schedule more sit-down dinners with senior loved ones.

For every pledge taken at www.SundayDinnerPledge.com by July 31, the company will donate $1 to Meals on Wheels through July 31.

For more information, call 740-393-2500.

SAFEBUILT ACQUIRES MUNICIPAL BUILDING INSPECTION SOLUTIONS – SAFEbuilt, a leading provider of community development services, has recently finalized the acquisition of Municipal Building Inspection Solutions (MBIS), a highly regarded building inspection company focused on providing complete and professional inspection and plan review services to municipalities.

MBIS, headquartered in Bedford Heights, Ohio, was founded in 2012 and currently serves 19 communities in Ohio. Municipal Building Inspection Solutions will now operate under the branding of SAFEbuilt in all markets.

MBIS’ former president, Jeffery Filarski is excited about the next chapter for the company.

“SAFEbuilt will seamlessly transition into an ownership role with the existing group of talented individuals here at MBIS. They provide the resources and growth opportunities moving forward that cannot be matched by current ownership,” Filarski said. “SAFEbuilt is committed to continuing the professional development of our existing model and will strive to work with clients and employees to improve upon this level of service.”