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Braver Angels Bridging the Political Divide Workshops

April 28, 2025

Wouldn’t it be nice to get along with family and friends again? In our increasingly … Continued

City Seeks Grand Marshal for the Special 50th Independence Day Hometown Parade

Posted on April 25, 2025

Do you know of someone who has demonstrated exceptional service, dedication, and commitment to our community? We invite our community to share their nominations for the individual they believe should serve as the Grand Marshal for our Independence Day Hometown Parade! Selection Criteria Nominee will be selected based on their contributions and impact to Montgomery....

Feedback Regarding Golf Carts on City Streets

Posted on April 25, 2025

Montgomery City Council is considering an ordinance to allow approved low-speed vehicles, primarily golf carts, on City Streets with speed limits of 35 mph or lower. While the move aims to increase mobility options for residents, it requires drivers to adhere to specific regulations, traffic laws, and other responsibilities such as valid insurance. To operate...

New Seed Library Open at Swaim Park!

Posted on April 25, 2025

A first-of-its-kind seed library is open in Montgomery at Swaim Park. Coinciding with Arbor Day, the free library is open just in time to begin your spring plantings. So, what is a seed library? A seed library is similar to a neighborhood lending library, a place where people can bring and take seeds throughout several...

RFP-Bank Depository Service

Posted on April 22, 2025

Proposals will be received at the office of the City Manager of the City of Montgomery, Hamilton County, 10101 Montgomery Road, 45242, until 10:00 A.M. local time on Friday, May 9th 2025, for the Bank Depository Service. Description of Services and Specifications can be obtained on the City of Montgomery website at https://www.montgomeryohio.org/bids-and-requests-for-proposal/. Each...

picture of monument that will be built in the roundabout.

Montgomery Monument to Begin Construction

Posted on April 7, 2025

Montgomery Monument to Begin Construction Construction of the Montgomery Monument, located in the center of the Montgomery Road and Cross County Highway roundabout, will begin this month! This monument and the associated landscaping will significantly enhance this important gateway into our community. The City has entered into a construction-manager-at-risk agreement with Brandicorp LLC to manage...

Montgomery – Always Moving Forward

Posted on April 7, 2025

“Montgomery – Always Moving Forward” By Chris Dobrozsi HAPPY SPRING! The City of Montgomery is truly a special community, and I am honored and humbled to be serving in my 16th year on City Council. I am blessed to serve with my other Council Members and with the incredible staff, serving the residents of the...

Beautification & Tree Commission to Enhance Tornado Memorial

Posted on April 7, 2025

Beautification and Tree Commission Enhancing Tornado Memorial Montgomery's Beautification and Tree Commission and Public Works has committed to beautifying one of the City's tornado memorials located on the property at Sycamore High school. In late April, to coincide with Arbor Day, the commission will have plantings of native trees and shrubbery placed around the memorial...

Ben Shapiro Promoted to Fire Chief

Posted on April 7, 2025

Ben Shapiro Promoted to Fire Chief The City of Montgomery is proud to announce Assistant Fire Chief Ben Shapiro's promotion to Fire Chief. Ben started his fire and EMS career in 1985 with the Sycamore-Montgomery Life Squad and the Montgomery Community Fire Department. "Serving the City of Montgomery has been an incredible privilege,” said Ben....

Fire Chief Paul Wright to Retire

Posted on April 7, 2025

Montgomery Fire Chief Retires after nearly 50 years of Dedicated Service "I am proud to have played a role in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents." - Chief Paul Wright Chief Paul Wright always knew he wanted to be a firefighter; you can see the smile on his face as he steps out of...

Safety Village

Posted on April 1, 2025

Safety Village is a one-week summer safety camp for children 5 or 6 years old who are entering kindergarten in the fall. Students will learn basic pedestrian and traffic safety rules, personal safety, school bus, and fire safety. Safety Village is held at Montgomery Elementary in three one-week sessions. June 9-13: 9:00 a.m. - noon...

Forestglen Drive Sidewalk Project

Posted on March 25, 2025

Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the City Manager, Municipal Building, City of Montgomery, Hamilton County, 10101 Montgomery Road, 45242, until 10:30 A.M. local time on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 for the FORESTGLEN DRIVE SIDEWALK PROJECT and at said time and place, publicly opened and read aloud. Contract documents, bid sheets, and...

Meet Montgomery’s New Mechanic

Posted on February 4, 2025

The City of Montgomery proudly welcomes our new mechanic, Ryan Fife, to our staff. He works in our Public Works Department and maintains our vehicles. Ryan attended Nashville Auto Diesel College and gained experience while working at Cummins Bridgeway, Greater Dayton RTA, and the City of Kettering. "I look forward to building a great vehicle...

Yard Waste Collection Resumes March 3

Posted on February 3, 2025

Beginning Monday, March 3, weekly yard waste collection will resume at no charge for all one and two-family residential homes. The program limits collection to three bags, cans, or bundles at each residence (or one 90-gallon yard waste toter). Additional bags, cans, or bundles require one $4.00 Rumpke waste sticker per item. Additional 90-gallon toters...

Montgomery’s Financial Health

Posted on February 1, 2025

By Mayor Ron Messer It’s that time of year when our personal attention turns to paying off holiday debts, covering price increases, and paying taxes. The topic of taxes was one of the four most mentioned concerns in our last resident survey. And, on the national level, there’s the frequent news about our Federal government’s...

Complete Your Kindness Challenge and Your Family Could Spend the Summer at the Pool

Posted on January 29, 2025

We’re extending a warm invitation to all Montgomery families to join us in spreading kindness through volunteering. Engage your entire family in the Montgomery Family Challenge. The more your family volunteers, the more raffle tickets you’ll receive for our family pass to the Montgomery Community Pool Drawing. Here’s how to play Complete 4 challenges =...

Options for Responsible Styrofoam Disposal

Posted on January 29, 2025

By Donna Schwartz, Environmental Advisory Commission Member Except for the Hefty ReNew Orange Bag program (see below), Rumpke does not accept Styrofoam in their recycling bins. However, this does not mean that Styrofoam must go to the landfill. In the Cincinnati area, we have several options for disposing of Styrofoam. Matthew 25 uses clean coolers...

City Seeks Applicants for Service and Engagement Grant

Posted on January 29, 2025

The City of Montgomery is now accepting Service and Engagement Grant applications. This grant is open to all not-for-profit and local service organizations with innovative ideas and the skills to execute creative community projects that benefit or engage Montgomery residents. A maximum of $2,500 may be awarded to any one applicant. Past grant recipients include...

Make a Resolution to Focus on Your Mental Health

Posted on January 20, 2025

Many of us resolve to lose weight or get in shape at the start of the new year. We want to eat right and exercise more. Did you know that your mental health is just as important as your physical health? The City of Montgomery knows mental health and wellness are essential to many residents...

Calling All Gardeners: We’re looking for gardens to add to our annual tour

Posted on January 6, 2025

While it may only be January, you may be thinking ahead to green grass and colorful flowers. Make plans to show off your garden. Each year, Montgomery’s Beautification and Tree Commission hosts a Garden Tour in June, which features six residential gardens.The tour allows people who visit the garden to get ideas for their yards....