The City of Montgomery is honored to be again named a Top Workplace by the Cincinnati Enquirer. The City has received this honor for the last six years. “This incredible recognition is a testament to our staff’s hard work, dedication, and the positive environment we’ve built together,” said City Manager Brian Riblet. “We believe in … Continued
By Alice Aguilar, EAC member Plan ahead before you shop! Decide the purpose for the pumpkin. Will it be carved into a jack-o-lantern? Or will it be left whole for both decorative and creative use? Support Local farmers, churches, schools and local organizations – Purchase your pumpkins and gourds from them! After Halloween, what do … Continued
By Donna Schwartz, EAC member Please do not put plastic clamshell containers in your Rumpke Recycling Bin. Rumpke does not have a vendor who is able to recycle these plastics. So, they are sorted out and placed back on a truck headed for the landfill. The good news is that there are two ways you … Continued
By Mayor Ron Messer What seven letter word strikes terror in the hearts of drivers? T R A F F I C. I, like many of us, have experienced this terror. Even here in our great city, where we received an overall 97% satisfaction rating in our last residents’ survey, traffic was one of the … Continued
For decades, Hopewell Cemetery has been chosen as the final resting place for many in our Montgomery and surrounding communities. Hopewell Cemetery encompasses eleven acres and has over 6,000 graves. The sale of grave sites has always provided a revenue stream to assist the city in the overall maintenance and operations of the cemetery. However, … Continued
Montgomery’s Beautification and Tree Commission would like to thank all of our visitors who attended our Garden and Tree Tour in June. We hope you enjoyed the gardens and walked away with a few ideas for your own home. We would also like to thank our volunteers and our residents who opened their beautiful gardens … Continued
By Mike Cappel, EAC Member Next time you drive through Higginsport, Ohio, it may seem familiar. If not, peek into Colonel Higgins Park. The playset is from Montgomery. About two years ago, the Higginsport playground was taped off and closed for safety, even though it looked solid. A ten-year-old Higginsport girl would have none of … Continued
Congratulations Montgomery residents! In 2023, we diverted 1,598 tons of material from going to landfill! Residents saved resources, conserved energy, and reduced pollution by recycling. The recycling efforts in Montgomery: Conserved enough energy to power every home in Montgomery for 12 days. Reduced more air pollution than if every household in Montgomery rode their bicycle … Continued
By Council Member Ken Suer WHAT IF the original settlers from Montgomery, New York had decided to create a settlement twenty or fifty miles away? Well, there might be a Montgomery, Ohio today but it wouldn’t be right here. WHAT IF the 1993 proposal to merge Montgomery and Symmes Township had succeeded? Well, there is … Continued
Tell us in 150 words or less why your dog should be the 2024 Top Dog! The winner gets the coveted “Top Dog” title and is featured in the Montgomery Bulletin! Written descriptions and photos can be dropped off at City Hall or sent to Julie Machon at jmachon@montgomeryohio.gov. Please send your materials by August … Continued
