With the first day of school quickly approaching, we need to begin thinking about the safety of our children as they venture back to school. According to the American School Bus Council, students are 70 times more likely to get to school safely if they take the school bus instead of traveling by car. That’s … Continued
Council Message by Chris Dobrozsi As July 2022 comes to a close, I would like to look back at one of my favorite months for community-building events in this special place – the City of Montgomery. July brought us together to share what we have in common – a love for this City and a … Continued
Council Message by Mike Cappel Memorial Day, along with Independence Day and Veterans Day celebrate America. This year Memorial Day started about a week early on my Facebook feed. The first post came from a Second Lieutenant friend from the University of Cincinnati; it showed him and five happy, smiling young men wearing yellow togas … Continued
The City of Montgomery Beautification and Tree Commission has awarded the 2022 Spring Seasons of Beauty award to Pam and Wayne Brown. The Brown home is a welcoming sight along Shelldale Way and was bursting with blooms in a multitude of colors in April and May. Even with the unseasonable cold and rain, the yard … Continued
Council Message by Vice Mayor Lee Ann Bissmeyer As I write this article in early April for May, I’m looking out the window at the rain with snow in the forecast for this weekend. I can’t help but liken the similarities of the unpredictable Montgomery weather we are accustomed to with the seemingly never-ending changes … Continued
If you look around at the beautiful trees in Montgomery’s Parks, many of them were planted by Assistant Public Works Director and City Arborist Terry Willenbrink. Terry says he’s planted between 4,000 – 5,000 trees while working for the City. He began his career with the City of Montgomery’s Public Works Department in 1986. “I … Continued
Jessica started with the City of Montgomery in January 2021. Previously she served as the Administrative Assistant with Miami Township, Ohio, and has managed various finance and payroll responsibilities. Jessica has an associates degree in Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati and is currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in business from the University … Continued
This year’s Volunteer Walk of Fame inductees includes Mary Jo Byrnes, Shirley Freedman, Christine Genovese, Aaron Kellenberger, Dina Schmid, and Donna Schwartz. These outstanding volunteers have reached a milestone of 250 or more volunteer hours and will be included in the Volunteer Walk of Fame walk in Montgomery Park. Hats off to these exceptional volunteers! … Continued
Council Message by Mayor Craig Margolis Six months ago, I shared plans of a community initiative designed to address mental health concerns in our community. Through our many programs, commissions, and initiatives, Montgomery wants to continue to be known as a caring community, and promoting good mental health will be another way of demonstrating we … Continued
Montgomery’s Beautification & Tree Commission is proud to present a new curated series: B&T Talks, which will feature keynote speakers, educational sessions, and family-fun workshops centered around “Keeping Montgomery Beautiful.” From learning basic gardening tips and planting herbs and vegetables to creating holiday decor with evergreens or building birdhouses, all sessions are free, family-oriented, and … Continued
