Category: City News

“Montgomery Quarter” A Project in Patience Part II

By Council Member Chris Dobrozsi I hope everyone had a wonderful summer with their friends and family and enjoyed the beginning of fall with our community building events, including The Amazing Race and Harvest Moon. I feel blessed to be able to live in this incredible community, we call Montgomery. As I am set to … Continued

Fire Prevention Week is October 6-12

Traditionally, fire safety is the theme of the month in memory of the Great Chicago Fire, which occurred October 8 – 10, 1871. It is not just a tradition, but a responsibility to review some fire prevention concepts annually, ensuring we are proactive in our safety measures. As fire hazards increase with the changing seasons, … Continued

Another Successful Year

By Council Member Lee Ann Bissmeyer As we approach the end of 2024, I find myself reflecting on the significant strides we’ve made this year and the promising future ahead. Among our most notable achievements, the City of Montgomery’s sixth consecutive win of the Top Workplace award stands out. This, coupled with the timely progress … Continued

Summer 2024 Seasons of Beauty Award Winner

The City of Montgomery Beautification and Tree Commission has awarded the summer 2024 Seasons of Beauty award to Keith and Denise Willike. The home’s striking front yard was bursting with blooms and greens, even during one of the driest summers on record. The Willike yard was beautifully manicured with lush, green, and finely cut grass, … Continued

Teddy, Montgomery’s Top Dog!

Residents of all ages submitted their information and pictures of their dog to the Top Dog Contest this summer letting us know how much their pooch means to them and why they should be named Top Dog! And, the winner is…TEDDY! This adorable 2-year-old Poochon, a Poodle Bishon Friseé Mix, was entered by resident Cindy … Continued

Montgomery Named Top Workplace 2024

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

It’s Pumpkin Time!

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

Deadline to Apply for MCLA is November 1

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Montgomery Citizens’ Leadership Academy. Our 2025 class is filling up quickly, so if you want to join us, please apply now by scanning the QR Code. By joining MCLA, you will gain valuable insights into the inner workings of the City. The City sees MCLA as … Continued

How to Recycle Plastic Clamshell Containers

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

Traffic

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

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