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ODOT Construction Closing Weller Road on August 2

July 14, 2021

On Monday, August 2, Weller Road will be closed over I-275, between Bridgewater Lane and … Continued

Public Works and Safety Center Parking Lots Project

Posted on August 2, 2021

Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the City Manager, Municipal Building, City of Montgomery, Hamilton County, 10101 Montgomery Road, 45242, until 1:00 P.M. local time on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 for the SAFETY CENTER AND PUBLIC WORKS PARKING LOTS PROJECT and at said time and place, publicly opened and read aloud. Contract...

Landscape Design Project for the New Roundabout at Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway and Montgomery Road

Posted on August 2, 2021

The City of Montgomery, Ohio is seeking Statements of Qualification from Landscape Architecture Design and Engineering Consultants who are interested in the design and preparation of bid-ready construction drawings and specifications for landscape enhancements at the Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway and Montgomery Road roundabout. The City intends to enter into a single contract for...

Montgomery Fire Department Offering First Aid/CPR Classes

Posted on July 30, 2021

The Montgomery Fire Department offers quarterly American Heart Association HeartSaver First Aid/CPR certification classes. The next class is scheduled for August 14 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. There is a nominal fee of $30 - CPR only, $35 - CPR/First Aid to cover the cost of materials. Additional Class scheduled for November 13. For...

Montgomery Residents Diverted 2022.14 Tons in 2020

Posted on July 28, 2021

Congratulations Montgomery residents! In 2020, we diverted 2,022.14 tons of metal, glass, plastic, paper, and yard trimmings. 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 19.57 days. Reduced more air pollution than if every household in Montgomery rode...

Join Montgomery’s MCLA Class of 2022

Posted on July 27, 2021

The Montgomery Citizens’ Leadership Academy (MCLA), “The Best Community Experience You’ll Ever Have,” is now accepting applications for the 2022 session. Oversubscribed for the last 12 years, MCLA, locally developed and nationally recognized, is a program designed to move individuals from being residents to become actively engaged citizens. MCLA allows residents to realize a dimension...

Community-Wide Garage Sale Offers Great Deals

Posted on July 27, 2021

Looking for a bargain? Come to the City of Montgomery Community-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, August 7, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. This grassroots public awareness campaign is designed to promote reuse, repair, and resale opportunities in the City of Montgomery. To help shoppers prepare and map out deal-finding strategies, a Garage Sale Treasure...

Still Learning

Posted on July 26, 2021

Council Message by Ron Messer On Sunday, February 21st, I was pleasantly surprised when I got a call from Mayor Dobrozsi informing me that I was selected to fill the open seat on City Council and would be sworn in on March 3rd. I was also excited to start this new learning experience in the...

What Pedestrians Need to Know About the Roundabout

Posted on July 7, 2021

While much of the focus is on the rules of the road for driving in the new roundabout at Montgomery Road and Ronald Reagan Cross County Highway, there are a few things pedestrians should know once the project is complete. Pedestrians will be able to walk north and south along Montgomery Road on the east...

City of Montgomery Welcomes Amy Frederick

Posted on July 6, 2021

Amy Frederick was recently selected as the Communications and Engagement Coordinator and the newest member of the City of Montgomery. Amy has worked in broadcasting for 20 years. She started her career in 1997 at WXIX-TV in Cincinnati, producing FOX19 in the Morning. In 2004, she moved to Cox Media Group in Dayton, Ohio. While...

Free Public Wi-fi Launching in Montgomery

Posted on July 1, 2021

The City of Montgomery is proud to announce a partnership with Cincinnati Bell to realize a "Smart City" vision and bring free public Wi-Fi to the lodges and surrounding area at Swaim and Dulle Parks, and the central business district from the Main Street and Montgomery Road split north past Remington Road. Future plans include...

Survey Shows Wide Citizen Satisfaction with City

Posted on July 1, 2021

A comprehensive survey of Montgomery households conducted by the Institute for Policy Research of the University of Cincinnati has revealed that a vast majority of residents are satisfied with their quality of life in the City of Montgomery. Nearly 1,000 households responded to the survey. The survey, conducted earlier this spring, revealed that an overall...

Montgomery Police Add E-Bike for the Bike Patrol

Posted on June 30, 2021

This year the Montgomery Police Department added the latest tool in bike patrol technology with the addition of an E-Bike or electric bike. All bike patrol officers are specially trained through a rigorous International Police Mountain Bike Association (IPMBA) training which focuses on police officer usage of bicycles to assist with various patrol responsibilities. An...

The Last 25 Years and a Look Forward

Posted on June 28, 2021

Council Message by Ken Suer The past 25 years in Montgomery produced a lot of changes. The next 25 years will no doubt be quite eventful as well. Here are a FEW of the things I have seen since 1995: 1995 - The City’s Bicentennial, groundbreaking for Ohio National building, new Surgical wing at Bethesda...

2021 Top Dog Entries Due June 25

Posted on June 22, 2021

The City of Montgomery is searching for their Top Dog for 2021! The winner of this contest will be featured in the August Bulletin and other publicity as well as earn the coveted "Top Dog" title. Explain in 150 words or less why your dog should be the 2021 Top Dog! Written descriptions, photos and...

Accepting Applications for COVID-19 Business Relief Grant

Posted on June 7, 2021

The City of Montgomery is partnering with Hamilton County Planning and Development to provide grants in the amount of $5,000 to local businesses using Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 funds. Eligible businesses can utilize the funds to prevent and respond to COVID-19 and/or reimburse eligible expenses incurred from March 15, 2020, through May 1, 2021. ...

Please Be Considerate When Moving Near the Street

Posted on June 1, 2021

When mowing your grass near the street, please be careful not to blow the cut clippings into the roadway. This causes a serious safety hazard for runners and bicyclists as the clippings can be very slippery. Furthermore, the clippings will eventually wash into the city’s storm drain system, where it can cause backups and blockages....

Support Local Businesses and Enjoy the DORA

Posted on May 30, 2021

Now that the weather is warmer, it is a perfect time to get out and enjoy the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA). This new initiative allows patrons 21+ to purchase alcoholic beverages in a designated cup from participating businesses and carry the beverages within a defined area in downtown Montgomery and at The Marketplace. What...

Grave Marking Ceremony Held at Hopewell Cemetery

Posted on May 28, 2021

On Saturday, April 17, the Cincinnati Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (CCSAR) held a grave marking ceremony at Hopewell Cemetery honoring the eight Revolutionary War soldiers laid to rest there. CCSAR President Gregory Ballman served as emcee for the patriotic event. The gray skies and cool temperatures could not dampen the spirits...

The Roundabout is Nearing Completion. Are You Prepared?

Posted on May 27, 2021

As the roundabout construction nears completion, make sure you are prepared for the new traffic pattern. When driving a roundabout: Slow down when approaching a roundabout. Observe signs and pavement markings. You may notice a yellow, diamond-shaped sign with a circle of arrows indicating a roundabout ahead and the suggested speed. Choose your lane before...