The City of Montgomery Beautification and Tree Commission has awarded the summer 2023 Seasons of Beauty Award to Fred and Melinda Barbi. The home’s beautiful front yard was bursting with blooms in baskets, boxes, and more this summer. The Barbi home was abundant with summer blooms, including both annuals and perennials. A Japanese maple, variegated … Continued
The Montgomery Citizens’ Leadership Academy (MCLA) offers students a behind-the-scenes look at Montgomery. Meet and interact with the Montgomery City Council, department heads and staff Learn why decisions are made and how the departments operate Discover the status of current projects and future plans for development Participate in lively discussions, role-playing and other fun interactive … Continued
Council Message by Council Member Chris Dobrozsi Is it Labor Day already? Where has the summer gone? As I sit here writing this article, these are the thoughts going through my mind. But oh, what a summer it has been. With vacations behind us and kids back in school, I find this the perfect time … Continued
City Staff and Parks and Recreation Commission members hosted a Swaim Park Playground Open House on March 24, 2022 at Swaim Lodge in Swaim Park to gather public input on the concept designs of the playground. Concept designs were shown on giant posters, and staff gathered public feedback. Staff also received and reviewed emails from … Continued
While the City is partnering with the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) to administer your municipal income tax for the City of Montgomery, we will still provide the same excellent service in the tax office. This collaborative partnership with RITA allows the online filing and payment processing many of you have requested. We expect to … Continued
Council Message by Vice Mayor Lee Ann Bissmeyer I just added one of my favorite city events to my calendar. No, it is not Bastille Day or the Holiday in the Village event; it is the annual 4-hour budget review meeting! I know many of you will think I am weird, but I really love … Continued
A comprehensive community plan uses a long-range vision to guide city leaders’ decision-making regarding future development. It contains goals and objectives and directs how the community moves toward a unified development vision. Our last comprehensive plan was updated in 2007, and a new update of priorities that reflect the ideals of citizens and city officials … Continued
The Ohio Department Of Transportation (ODOT) is hosting a virtual open house to discuss replacement options for the pedestrian bridge that crosses over Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway/SR 126 near the I-71 interchange. This bridge directly connects Donjoy Drive in the Kenview Hills neighborhood and Sycamore Junior High School. Public involvement is an important part … Continued
Many people say they’ve always considered signing up for the Montgomery Citizens’ Leadership Academy but have yet to. So, what’s holding you back? Here are two frequently asked questions with Amy Frederick, Communications and Engagement Coordinator, who organizes the 10-week class. Are the sessions hours-long lectures with PowerPoints? There are 10 unique workshops every Thursday … Continued
The City of Montgomery has entered into an agreement with the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) to administer our municipal income tax collections. The effective date of the transition to RITA is scheduled for October 1, 2023. For those residents who prefer to work with a tax specialist within our Montgomery Finance Department, we will … Continued
