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Montgomery Needs a 2024 Top Dog!

July 17, 2024

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City Welcomes New Firefighters

Posted on July 8, 2024

The City of Montgomery proudly welcomes two firefighter/paramedics to our Department. Terrence Zellars and Emilie Ziese both bring experience to the Montgomery Fire Department. EMILIE ZIESE grew up on a farm in northwest Indiana. She likes basketball, which landed her in Cincinnati after college. "My medical background fit well with the fire service, and I...

Recycle more in your curbside bin

Posted on July 5, 2024

By Ellen Hall, EAC Member Discover a convenient way to recycle more plastic Grocery bags, candy wrappers, plastic straws, and Styrofoam™️ cups no longer need to end up in the landfill. Thanks to an initiative between Rumpke Waste and Recycling and the Hefty ReNew™ program, you can recycle more plastics right from home. The Hefty...

City Awards Service to the Community Grants

Posted on July 2, 2024

On April 17, Montgomery City Council awarded the 2024 Service to the Community Grant to A Kid Again, Neighborhood Bridges Sycamore, Montgomery Elementary, Evergreen Presbyterian Church, and American Legion NE Post 630. The Service to the Community Grant aims to support local nonprofits that provide a beneficial service, project, or event that engages or improves...

Celebrating Freedom and Independence

Posted on July 1, 2024

By Vice Mayor Sasha Naiman In this season, many Americans take part in celebrations of Freedom and Independence – including right here in our Montgomery community! With Montgomery’s iconic July 4th parade and festival, as well as the BAMSO concert on July 3rd, we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Another...

President Joe Biden signs the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law on June 17th, 2021. Photo Credit: Drew Angerer/Getty Images

The First Juneteenth

Posted on June 19, 2024

President Joe Biden signs the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law on June 17th, 2021. Photo Credit: Drew Angerer/Getty Images On June 19, 1865, nearly two years after President Abraham Lincoln emancipated enslaved Africans in America, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas with news of freedom. More than 250,000 African Americans embraced freedom...

Recycle more in your curbside bin

Posted on June 1, 2024

Grocery bags, candy wrappers, plastic straws, and Styrofoam™️ cups no longer need to end up in the landfill. Thanks to an initiative between Rumpke Waste and Recycling and the Hefty ReNew™ program, you can recycle more plastics right from home. The Hefty ReNew program complements — but does not replace — your current recycling routine. You’ll...

Montgomery Made Better by Volunteers

Posted on June 1, 2024

By Council Member Catherine Mills-Reynolds I have now been on council for a little over five months. In these past few months, I have learned much. One of the highlights for me has been getting to know more of our citizens and becoming more familiar with our outstanding volunteers and their significant impact on our...

Hopewell Cemetery Maintenance Updates

Posted on May 28, 2024

The City of Montgomery values the beauty and tranquility of Hopewell Cemetery and periodically reviews best practices for grounds maintenance and safety from local cemeteries and professional organizations. As a result of this review, several changes have been made to the policy regarding the decoration of gravesites and the placement of monuments. To preserve the...

Montgomery Police Welcome Three New Staff Members

Posted on May 23, 2024

The City of Montgomery proudly welcomes two new police officers and a new Police Clerk to our department. All three bring experience to their positions. ANDY MCGUFFY has worked in law enforcement for ten years. He has worked in Colerain Township and Fairfield. “What I find most rewarding in police work is the opportunity to...

Thank You for Your Service, Paul Payne!

Posted on May 23, 2024

Congratulations to Montgomery Police Officer Paul Payne on his retirement! Paul spent 35 years in law enforcement, including over 22 years in the City of Montgomery. Paul also worked for Elmwood Place, Loveland Police, Ohio State Park Rangers, and at the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. During his career in Montgomery, Paul served as Sycamore High...

2024 Adult Best of Show Sharon Naderman- Rainstorm at Kings Island Haunt

2024 Exposure: Montgomery Photo Contest Winners

Posted on May 23, 2024

2024 Adult Best of Show Sharon Naderman- Rainstorm at Kings Island Haunt Twenty local amateur photographers were recognized for artistic excellence at EXPOSURE Montgomery, the City’s 36th Annual Photography Competition, on Sunday, May 5. The competition was judged by Michael Sanders, professor at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash, Allie Blankenship, curatorial assistant with the...

Jane Garfield, Alice Aguilar, and Bob Saul

City Honors Newest Volunteer Walk of Fame Inductees

Posted on May 23, 2024

On April 17, the City inducted its newest members into the Volunteer Walk of Fame. Jane Garfield, Alice Aguilar, and Bob Saul, and Patrick Stull were all honored for achieving the required 250 hours of volunteer service to have a brick placed in the Volunteer Walkway in Montgomery Park. These dedicated volunteers have collectively served...

Family Challenge Winners

Posted on May 6, 2024

Congratulations to the Vernick Family who won our Family Pool Membership! This was the Vernick’s second year participating in the challenge. Some of the notable items on their checklist were donating food and household items to charities, serving at Matthew 25 Ministries, and baking and delivering plates of cookies to their neighbors. Even completing just...

Montgomery Partners with Care Solace to Provide Mental Health Resource for All Residents

Posted on May 3, 2024

Beginning June 1 Montgomery has partnered with Care Solace to continue our commitment to provide accessible mental health and community-based resources for all residents. As a central hub of care, Care Solace serves as a critical liaison between first responders, justice systems, social agencies, and mental health providers. With a team of 500+ dedicated Care...

Non-native Invasive Plant Species in Montgomery

Posted on May 1, 2024

With Spring in full bloom, a lot of attention has been paid to "Invasive Plant Species," which are non-native plants that can spread unchecked because they lack local natural deterrents to keep them in balance with other native species. Most non-native plants have been introduced for erosion control, landscaping, culinary and medicinal use, wildlife foods,...

What You Should Expect From Me, Your Local Government Representative

Posted on May 1, 2024

By Council Member Craig Margolis I am honored to be serving another term on Montgomery City Council. I am encouraged that many have trust in me to serve their interests with the governance of the City of Montgomery. Elected officials in small cities play a pivotal role in shaping the community’s present and future. We are...

Montgomery on the Move

Posted on April 30, 2024

If you’ve been to a recent event or driven by City Hall, you’ve probably seen our Montgomery on the Move vehicle. This former ambulance, now a mobile city hall, was taken out of service due to its age. We’ve transformed the vehicle by removing the medical equipment and adding a sliding window on the side....

Mike Gertz Joins the Montgomery Public Works Team!

Posted on April 29, 2024

The City of Montgomery proudly welcomes Mike Gertz to our Public Works Department. Mike is a graduate of Lakota West High School. After graduation, he went to work for the City of Sharonville as a part-time employee for a year in their parks department. In his spare time Mike likes to play basketball and football,...

Meet Asha, Montgomery’s Therapy Dog

Posted on April 29, 2024

The City of Montgomery is proud to introduce Asha, a one-year-old standard poodle and therapy dog who will be working closely with Montgomery staff. Asha is available to all city staff but will primarily report to work each day at our Montgomery Safety Center. The City recognizes the vital role played by its first responders....