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December
May 2017 2016
Celebrate May
as National Historic Preservation month
The month of May is
designated as National
Historic Preservation
month. The National Trust
for Historic Preservation
established this event in
1973, and it is celebrated
every year by cities, historical societies, preservation groups and
various civic organizations throughout the United States.
The City is fortunate to have a great partner in historic
preservation in the Montgomery Historic Preservation
Association (MHPA). Located in the Wilder-Swaim House at
the corner of Cooper and Zig Zag Roads, MHPA is a 501 (C)
(3) organization, founded in 1997, to continue the work of
the Montgomery Historical Society in telling the story of our
community. Within the Wilder-Swaim House, MHPA displays
the furnishings of our early rural days and collects and shares
materials that document Montgomery’s history.
Founded in 1795 by settlers from Montgomery, New York, the
city of Montgomery has a rich history that has been preserved
to create a strong sense of place. The downtown historic district
is appreciated throughout the region and its unique character
draws visitors to the restaurants, shops and services.
Come visit the Wilder-Swaim House at an open house on
Monday, May 8 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The MHPA annual
meeting begins at 7:00 p.m. with speaker Sara Fisher, an
AmeriCorps volunteer who has been helping with the
reorganization of the House and ensuring the protection of the
past. Everyone is welcome to attend.
To preserve the City’s cultural heritage, the Montgomery
Landmarks Commission was established in 1976 by a group
of citizens and, as of today, the Commission has identified 32
landmarks to commemorate the City’s historical beginnings. In
addition, six of these buildings are also listed on the National
Register of Historic Places. These landmarks will be preserved
for future generations as a tribute to Montgomery’s past. The
commission also works to ensure that new construction and
development is architecturally cohesive with the City’s Heritage
Overlay District.
Residents are encouraged to look at the City’s landmark
properties on the City’s website at montgomeryohio.org/pages/
landmarks/ or download the Montgomery Ohio Landmarks app,
which provides audio presentations, text and pictures of each
of these unique properties, most of which can be observed by
walking around the downtown historic district. A history book
was also published about the City of Montgomery, and can be
viewed online or purchased at City Hall for only $5.
Join the team and plant color
Become part of an incredible volunteer team effort. Bring gardening gloves and a trowel for a morning
of flower planting in Montgomery’s medians and parks. From 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 13
(rain date, May 20), join with the Beautification and Tree Commission and help to plant the thousands
of flowers that will grace these areas.
Volunteers will meet at 9:00 a.m. in the City Hall parking lot, 10101 Montgomery Road, for registration,
supplies (a limited number of gloves and trowels will be available) and flower bed assignments.
Wear comfortable gardening attire. Bring a shovel, dig in and see what can happen.
For further information or to sign up, contact DeAnna Gross, at 513-792-8329 or dgross@
ci.montgomery.oh.us.
City Council Message
& Council Corner
Making A Difference Day
announced
Plan for safe celebrations
this graduation season
Montgomery photo
contest winners
announced
Planning underway
for summer celebrations
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Enjoy that special Montgomery Quality of Life!
Council message
by Gerri Harbison
Although June is the official kick-off month
to summer, to me May is the beginning of
summer in the City. It is wonderful to see all
the volunteers planting a stunning array of
flowers on Beautification Day, thoroughly
planned by our Beautification and Tree
Commission. The month wraps up with the
official opening of the pool, participating
in the Memorial Day festivities with our
neighbors over in Blue Ash and the BAMSO
concert.
It is wonderful to feel the first tease of warm summer breezes,
view the beautiful flowers and fountains, the lush greenery, the
long days of sunshine and to enjoy our beautiful city and all it
has to offer during the spring months and into the summertime.
We are often asked why we choose to spend city dollars – your
money - for parks, flowers, festivals and the pool. Three words:
Quality of Life!
Can you imagine “your”
Montgomery without
your favorite summer
event, community
pool, beautiful
medians filled with
flowers – or whichever
special amenity makes
you proud to call
Montgomery home? I think we all have special things we would
miss so much. In preparing our five-year budget and capital
improvement plan, City Council and staff review revenues and
expenses and with the guidance of our Strategic Plan, make the
decisions regarding where to allocate your money for the very
best way to continually improve our city and keep it the premier
community we have all come to know and love.
As part of the Strategic Plan,
staff has met to identify
priorities of our service
inventory – designating our
services as either Critical,
Core or Quality of Life
services. This inventory
includes everything we do
here in Montgomery and
is based on feedback from
citizens, businesses, City
Council and staff. This has
helped to develop an initial
definition of “right quality”
and what is value-added in
our service delivery to our
community. It also provides
us with a definition to work from as we consider service delivery
to you in light of ongoing budget reductions from the State
of Ohio. This material and data continues to be reviewed at
monthly meetings and will enable us to continue delivery of
services within the framework of these Critical, Core and Quality
of Life categorizations.
An additional step that City staff will take in the service
inventory process is to cost out and ultimately benchmark our
service delivery with other political jurisdictions. This will serve
to help us better define the “right quality” for our community.
Through this process, we will work together to maintain the high
standards that make Montgomery a great place to live, work
and play and ensure that our residents, businesses and visitors
receive value for their tax dollars.
We hope to see you throughout the season as we experience
all that Montgomery has to see and do. Enjoy everything our
wonderful city has to offer, in the spring, summer and yearround!
Clarification
In the March Montgomery Bulletin, Mayor Dobrozsi’s Council Message contained information that he would like to clarify. The
sentence read, “Twin Lakes is the fourth largest employer in Montgomery, and the upcoming expansion will contribute to the City’s
tax base via real estate taxes in excess of $1 million as well as earnings taxes through withholding for their employees.”
This language was included to show that Twin Lakes paid real estate taxes in excess of $1 million, reflecting the entire property tax
bill for Twin Lakes. The City of Montgomery receives approximately $140,000, with the remainder distributed to Hamilton County
(approximately $240,000), and Sycamore Community Schools (approximately $620,000).
We apologize for any confusion this information may have caused.
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Council Corner
April 19, 2017 Work Session
Montgomery City Council met in its regular monthly Work Session on April 19 at City Hall. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. with public
comment welcomed on each item before City Council.
New Legislation
A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Contract with Strand Associates Inc. for Professional Services related to
Engineering Services for the Gateway Redevelopment Area Project
A Resolution Recognizing the Month of May 2017 as National Historic Preservation Month in the City of Montgomery
A Resolution Establishing Compensation for the City Manager
A Resolution Declaring a Moratorium on the Collection of Building and Zoning Permit Fees for Solar Installations
An Ordinance Authorizing Jolain Drive Stormwater Sewer Project Public Improvements
An Ordinance to Amend Appropriations for Current Expenses and Other Expenditures of the City of Montgomery, State of Ohio,
During the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2017
Pending Legislation
A Resolution Authorizing a Purchase Agreement with Life Enriching Communities to Acquire Certain Real Property on Montgomery
Road Adjacent to the City’s Safety Center – (tabled)
An Ordinance Amending Ordinance 17, 2008 and Declaring a new Public Purpose for Montgomery Road Property – (tabled)
RECENT COUNCIL ACTION
Approved Legislation
April 5, 2017
Resolution No 5, 2017
A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Contract with Tri-State Concrete
Construction Inc. to Complete the HAM-US 22-15.35 Montgomery Road Sidewalk Project, PID #99954
(passed 7-0)
Resolution No 6, 2017
Resolution Delegating Authority to Make Declarations of Official Intent and Allocations with Respect
to Reimbursements of Temporary Advances During Fiscal Years 2017 and 2018 Made for Capital
Improvements for the Gateway Redevelopment Project to be made from subsequent borrowings
(passed 6, 1-Recuse)
Resolution No 7, 2017
A Resolution Accepting a Bid and Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Contract with Strawser
Construction Inc. for the 2017 Onyx Mastic Surface (Black Onyx) Project through the Ohio Department
of Transportation (ODOT) Cooperative Purchasing Program Contract #101L-18 (passed 7-0)
Resolution No 8, 2017
A Resolution Accepting a Bid and Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Contract with Perkins/
Carmack Construction LLC for the Public Works Building Renovation Project (passed 7-0)
Resolution No 9, 2017
A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Contract with Penn Care Inc. for the
purchase of a 2017 Braun E450 Chief XL Type III Ambulance (passed 7-0)
Resolution No 10, 2017
A Resolution Approving the Update of the Solid Waste Management Plan of the Hamilton County
Solid Waste Management District (passed 7-0)
Resolution No 11, 2017
A Resolution Accepting a Bid and Authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Contract with the John
R. Jurgensen Co. for the 2017 Street Resurfacing Program (passed 7-0)
These pieces of approved legislation can be reviewed on the City’s website at www.montgomeryohio.org.
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It’s Your Business, Montgomery
Good News About
Montgomery Businesses
New owner acquires Montgomery Car-X Tire & Auto
The Montgomery Car-X Tire & Auto,
located at 5017 Cooper Road, was recently
purchased by a local family. Pallavi Gorrepati,
a graduate of Sycamore High School (1986),
is a principal owner along with her family.
This is their 15th store in the CincinnatiDayton area.
This facility was operated as a Car-X company
Pallavi Gorrepati owned store for several years and is located
between Blue Ash and Montgomery on
Cooper Road. This five-bay store is open Monday through
Saturday.
This family-owned company began in Cincinnati in 1982 with a
single store on Colerain Avenue. Over the years it has continued
to grow because of a belief in superior customer service. Car-X
Tire & Auto performs full
automotive repair and
service, including tires.
The Gorrepati Family
now owns and operates
29 Car-X Tire and Auto
locations.
The website is carx.com/
Cincinnati. Call 513-936-0066 for more information.
Montgomery welcomes new chiropractic office
A new chiropractic practice has
located in Montgomery. Health
Academy Chiropractic is located
at 9797 Montgomery Road, Suite
A.
Dr. Kelly Greer, D.C., has 13 years of chiropractic experience in
the Cincinnati area. Health Academy’s mission is to help patients
achieve optimal health and wellness by providing advanced
spinal correction utilizing state of the art chiropractic techniques
and equipment.
Kelly is a graduate of the Palmer College of Chiropractic.
She is state and National Board certified, as well as worker’s
compensation and whiplash certified.
The public is invited to welcome Health Academy to
Montgomery on Wednesday, May 10 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for
its grand opening celebration.
For more information, visit www.DrKellyChiro.com, on Facebook
at https://www.facebook.com/DrKellyChiro/, or call the office at
513-984-0100.
Well-known local architect locates practice in Montgomery
Mark Dierkers Architecture
recently located a new office in
Montgomery Station, located
just south of the intersection
of Montgomery Road and
Ronald Reagan Cross County
Highway, at 9200 Montgomery Road, Building F, Suite 23A.
Mark Dierkers (formerly of Norris & Dierkers Architects/
Planners) and his staff bring 35 years of expertise in residential
and commercial architecture to the city. Dierkers, a licensed
architect, specializes in new custom homes, new commercial
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buildings, small and large additions and renovations to both
residential and commercial projects.
Dierkers has designed and completed numerous projects in
the city of Montgomery (including a new mixed-use building
on Montgomery Road, home to Coldwell Banker, Delicio’s
and Saxby’s) and the surrounding area. Having enjoyed his
experiences working with City officials, the business community
and residents, Dierkers is thrilled to open his new firm here.
For more information, Dierkers can be reached at 513-791-4474
or [email protected].
Environmental Advisory Commission
sponsors additional shredding event
It’s tax time, which means it’s also a great time to plan for
the destruction of outdated and unneeded records. The City
of Montgomery’s Environmental Advisory Commission and
Royal Document Destruction will be hosting a free community
document shredding event on Saturday, May 20, from 10:00
a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Montgomery Public Works Facility,
7315 Cornell Road. To view the IRS guidelines for disposal of tax
records, go to www.irs.gov.
To serve everybody efficiently, there will be a maximum of three
boxes (copy paper size or similar) per person in line, and owners
must be present. Volunteers will be available to assist. Typical
paper products to shred include phone records, books, receipts,
files, file folders, checks, medical claims, bank statements,
old credit cards, invoices and any papers with your personal
information. Please remove paper from notebooks and binders.
Paper clips and staples do not have to be removed.
Materials will be shredded onsite. A 100 percent of the paper is
recycled.
Connect Montgomery organizations
announce date of Making A Difference Day
Connect Montgomery organizations will gather on Saturday,
Oct. 28 to make a difference in the community. The seventh
annual Connect Montgomery’s Making A Difference Day on
Oct. 28 will be a day of service for all. Connect Montgomery
leads a partnership of volunteer organizations to make a unified
impact on Making a Difference Day.
Montgomery-based or affiliated organizations are joining this
collective effort by identifying a project that motivates their
group and then going out and making a difference through a
day of volunteering. Volunteers can share their skills and time
with others in need and make a difference in the community.
If an organization, house of worship or club would like to
participate, it can register on connectmontgomery.org. Please
contact Faith Lynch at [email protected] or at 513792-8358 for more information.
Join the Montgomery Ohio Chamber of Commerce on May
11 for the ever-popular, fast and furious Speed Networking.
Attendees will have 60 seconds to give their name, program, and
make their “ask.” They will be at the Twin Lakes’ Clubhouse on
10 Brookstone Court, beginning at 11:30 a.m. and ending at 1:00
p.m. Bring plenty of business cards.
“American Memories/Heroes and Outlaws” will be the theme
for this year’s Blue Ash Montgomery Symphony Orchestra
Memorial Day concert, featuring the works of Antonio Vivaldi,
Aaron Copland and mandolin players extraordinaire, Evan
Marshall and Brian Oberlin. The annual event will be at the Blue
Ash Towne Square (rain site: Sycamore Junior High, 5757 Cooper
Road) on Monday, May 29 at 6:00 p.m.
For more information about these organizations, please visit
connectmontgomery.org.
In other Connect Montgomery news
Congratulations to the 12 scouts from Boy Scout Troop 674,
sponsored by Church of the Savior Methodist Church in
Montgomery, who attained the rank of Eagle Scout in 2016.
Eagle Scout is the highest rank in scouting and requires years of
preparation, study and active leadership on the part of the 1418 year old boys.
The Montgomery Farmers’ Market opens Saturday, May 6, for
the 2017 season. Held every Saturday May through October
from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., this re-energized Montgomery
Farmers’ Market boasts a new treasurer and three new board
members from the MCLA Class of 2017.
These Eagle Scouts contributed to leading more than 1,800
volunteer hours in 2016: Chase Coyle, Jacob Grabowski, Max
Hill, Jack Langenderfer, Miles Longevin, Diego Palacios, Rishi
Nair, Josh Nixon, Andrew Quantz, Mitch Radakovich, Chris Seger,
and Trevor Size.
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Grow your civic pride through involvement on a City commission
The City is looking for individuals to make the commitment to
be more involved in the leadership of their community. One of
the following City Commissions might be the place to do so. The
initial step in getting involved is to attend an upcoming meeting
of the commission to learn more about their project work and to
meet the current members.
Arts Commission
Members foster and promote the visual and performing arts
within the City. The commission advises the administration and
the City Council on the prudent and productive use of financial
resources for the purposes within its charge. The commission
proposes programs, submits an annual budget, supervises such
undertakings as are authorized by City Council and reports
its progress annually on projects and activities within its
responsibility. Programs and events include the photo contest,
Live at the Uni concert series, July 3 patriotic concert, a public
art project and a kids’ art program. Meetings are held the first
Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m.
Environmental Advisory Commission
Members provide education and information to the public
and are a resource for the City on yard waste, recycling,
stormwater management, water resources management, air
pollution control, noise pollution control, soil and landscape
protection and protection of flora and fauna. Commission
members assist with adopt-a-spot, cardboard recycling and
document shredding, city-wide garage sale, One-Stop-Drop and
educational programs. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of
each month at 5:00 p.m.
There no special qualifications required to volunteer for any
Montgomery board or commission.
For further information and/or to apply for one of the above
positions, contact DeAnna Gross at 513-792-8329 or dgross@
ci.montgomery.oh.us.
Beautification and Tree Commission
The Beautification and Tree Commission annually develops and
updates a plan for the care of trees, shrubs and flowers in all
public areas. It advises the administration and the City Council
on the prudent and productive use of financial resources for the
purposes within its charge. The commission proposes programs,
submits an annual budget, supervises such undertakings as are
authorized by City Council and reports its progress annually on
projects and activities within its responsibility. Commission
activities include Beautification Week flower planting, garden
tour, Arbor Day celebrations, Tree City USA recognition, plant
swaps, downtown holiday decorating and hanging basket
planting and tree workshops. Meetings are held the first
Monday of each month at 9:00 a.m.
Beautification and
Tree Commission
member Jane
Hohn helps
prepare the more
than 250 seasonal
hanging baskets
for planting.
Changes coming to quarterly estimate statements
Taxpayers receiving an estimated tax statement from the City of
Montgomery tax office, showing quarterly tax due, should not
panic.
the Montgomery tax office. If this section of the return is not
completed, the tax office will enter a declaration on behalf of
the taxpayer based on the previous year’s liability.
One of the changes affecting municipal taxes is Section 718.08
of the Ohio Revised Code, which states: Every taxpayer shall
make a declaration of estimated taxes for the current taxable
year if the amount payable as estimated taxes is at least two
hundred dollars.
The tax office will mail quarterly statements prior to the due
dates of June 15, Sept. 15 and Dec. 15. Per the new regulations,
90 percent of a taxpayer’s estimated liability must be remitted
by Dec. 15. The statements will reflect a minimum due of 22.5
percent per quarter; however, 25 percent may be remitted
in order to pay the declaration in full. Declarations may be
amended at any time throughout the year should one’s tax
situation change.
As a result of the passage of House Bill 5, which went into effect
January 2016, the City of Montgomery is required to send
quarterly statements to taxpayers with a 2016 tax liability of
$200 or greater, after allowable credits. The taxpayer is required
to make a declaration on his or her Montgomery tax return
for the upcoming tax year and remit quarterly payments to
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For any questions, please contact the tax office at 513-891-2424
or 513-792-8351.
Leadership Academy graduates top 250
The Montgomery Citizens’
Leadership Academy (MCLA)
has completed another class,
bringing the total number of
graduates over the last 10 years
to more than 250.
Applications are already being accepted for limited openings
in the 2018 MCLA class. To apply, visit montgomeryohio.org or
contact Ray Kingsbury, director of citizen engagement, at 7928359.
MCLA is a specialized, fun program designed to help transform
residents into more actively engaged citizens. After graduation,
participants are challenged to fulfill the MCLA alumni slogan of
“Learn & Do.” Graduates are encouraged to become involved
in civic, cultural, philanthropic and other organizations to make
Montgomery and the world a better place.
For the last 10 years, MCLA has recruited residents eager to
go beyond the surface and experience firsthand the innermost
workings of community operations.
Comprised of 10 unique workshop experiences conducted from
January to March, participants are immersed in contemporary
issues impacting today’s community. Workshops go beyond the
classroom and into the community to examine real-life scenarios.
“MCLA is absolutely the coolest civics experience you’ll ever
have! I enjoyed meeting and working with my neighbors,” said
one MCLA graduate.
MCLA Class of 2017 participants take a tour of historic
Montgomery for a session entitled, “History and Development
… The Art of Co-Existence.” The hands-on exercise included
designing a proposed development for the downtown Gateway
Redevelopment Area.
Learn CPR and First Aid, two life-long skills
CPR, or cardio-pulmonary
resuscitation, is an important skill
that everyone should learn. One
does not need to be a medical
professional to know or use CPR, and
the Montgomery Fire Department
offers quarterly classes to teach one how.
One never knows when he or she may need this skill to save a
loved one or to be a hero to a stranger.
Knowing CPR empowers bystanders to help someone in a lifethreatening situation. As a parent, this skill comes into play with
children younger than five who tend to put small objects in their
mouths, which can lead to choking. Choking is a leading cause
of death in this age group, and knowing what to do and how to
perform CPR allows parents or guardians to act quickly.
Also, situations may arise when someone’s breathing or heart
has stopped. In the summer, working in the heat increases the
chances of this happening. It is the same in the winter when
the body is stressed doing strenuous activities like shoveling
snow. Immediate action with CPR is the most effective way to
save that individual as an ambulance may not arrive for several
minutes.
Providing CPR could mean the difference between life and death
for someone who is unconscious.
First Aid Classes: Responding with Care and
Knowledge
The City of Montgomery Fire Department offers basic first aid
training and encourages babysitters, parents, coaches and all
adults to consider first aid certification. First aid training gives
one the tools to alleviate suffering, prevent further injury and
prolong life. It can be as simple as lessoning the pain of a bee
sting to calming someone having trouble breathing.
The knowledge conveyed in first aid classes prepares
participants to respond and prioritize care in smart, effective
and safe ways that can really make a significant difference to the
experience and the life of an injured or ill person.
The City of Montgomery Fire Department is certified to teach
both of these important courses, using the standards and
criteria of the American Heart Association. The department is
offering this as a quarterly four-hour class on Saturdays from
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The next class is scheduled for Saturday, June 3. One can attend
the CPR training from 10:00 a.m. to noon or stay until 2:00 p.m.
to receive training in first aid as well. There is a nominal fee of
$20 to cover the cost of materials.
For more information or to sign up, please call 513-985-1633.
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City arborist selects flowering dogwood as favorite tree
An excellent landscape choice for all four
seasons, the flowering dogwood is a favorite in
many yards and gardens. White,
pink and red, “flowers” show their
beauty in spring, foliage turns a
vibrant red-purple in fall and glossy
red fruits attract winter songbirds
for the enjoyment of all.
The flowering dogwood is native to the
eastern United States, including the
Cincinnati area. This tree is a great option
to plant near utility lines, next to larger
buildings, corners of houses or near patios.
It is especially effective against dark
evergreens, planted as a specimen tree or
in groupings. The perfect location is along
the woods edge, growing in the wild.
This tree grows at a medium-rate. Full sun and partial shade are
best for this tree. The flowering dogwood prefers a minimum
of four hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day. It is very
versatile, growing in acidic, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, welldrained and clay soils. Trees planted in poorly drained soils
and open areas where summer water is limited will invariably
decline and die.
It is essential to minimize stress, i.e., heat, drought and cold for
the dogwood. Good cultural practices translate to a healthy
tree. Apply no more than two inches of mulch 30 inches around
the tree trunk to maintain a cool, moist soil, but remember to
never let the mulch touch the base of the tree. The dogwood
can grow to a height of around 15 feet to 20 feet and a spread of
the same at maturity depending on the cultivar.
Supply to educate, market and encourage tree planting and
preservation on private property. Interested residents may
download a voucher from the City website. Look for the “Terry’s
Favorite Tree” article, download the voucher found on this page,
and present the voucher at Natorp’s Outlet Store, 8601 Snider
Road, for discounted pricing on the selected “Terry’s Favorite
Tree” variety. Delivery will also be available.
The Street Tree Program
On the subject of trees, the city arborist, Terry Willenbrink,
reminds residents that the City of Montgomery offers a Street
Tree Program for planting trees in the public right-of-way.
The right-of-way is typically along the front of the property
approximately 13 feet off the edge of the roadway, but may be
wider depending on the location.
The purpose of this program is to promote trees in the
neighborhoods while creating an increased canopy over the
roadways throughout the city. For a $75 co-pay, the City’s
Public Works Department will plant a tree on a resident’s
property within the right-of-way. The selection of tree type can
be discussed with the city arborist but will be determined by
location, obstacles such as overhead power lines, sidewalks, fire
hydrants, etc.
More about the Street Tree program is found on
montgomeryohio.org.
As part of the City’s 2016-2021 Strategic Plan, which calls for
providing a healthy and beautiful environment by building on
past successes, the City has partnered with Natorp’s Landscape
Anticipate street work with summer construction projects
The 2017 Annual Street Resurfacing Program has been approved
and awarded to John R. Jurgensen Co. to complete. This year’s
program includes work to resurface 2.48 centerline miles of
public roads on these City streets: Main Street, Cornell Road,
Mitchell Farm Lane, Shakerdale Road and Deerfield Road from
Hartford Hill Lane to the west corporation limit.
Work is anticipated to begin in late May with a
scheduled completion date of Aug. 11, 2017.
The 2017 Onyx Mastic Surface “Black Onyx”
Project has been approved and awarded
to Strawser Construction Inc. to complete.
This year’s project includes work to apply
asphalt surface treatment to 3.13 centerline
miles on several City streets: Monte Drive,
Coopermeadow Lane, Cooperwood Lane,
Bordeaux Court, Bobwhite Court, Toddtee Lane, Wimbledon
Court, Winthrop Lane, Brattle Lane, Bromwell Lane, Mosshill
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Lane, Stockbridge Lane, Yorkway Lane and Hartford Hill Lane.
The Montgomery Road Sidewalk Project has been approved and
awarded to TriState Concrete Construction Inc. to complete.
The project includes the construction of a concrete sidewalk on
the east side of Montgomery Road from Weller
Road to the main entrance of Bethesda North
Hospital and also includes the construction of a
pedestrian bridge across Sycamore Creek. The
project is primarily funded by a Transportation
Alternative grant through the Ohio-KentuckyIndiana Regional Council of Governments and
is anticipated to begin in June with a scheduled
completion date of Nov. 3, 2017.
Regular construction updates are provided on
the City’s website as work progresses. For additional information
on this or other projects, please contact Brian Riblet, public
works director, at 513-792-8319.
May – July Volunteer Opportunities
Hats Off. . .
Planning is now under way for the events below. Come join the fun as a volunteer.
Beautification Day Planting
Saturday, May 13
9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
(Adults/teens/families/groups)
Rain date: Saturday, May 20
City Hall parking lot, 10101 Montgomery Road, for assignments
Help plant thousands of flowers in the medians and parks
to the many “gardener” volunteers. Gloves
were donned and more than 250 flowering
baskets were loaded up with beautiful
blooms recently. These volunteers were
working on the baskets that later in the
season will grace the City’s streetscapes.
Volunteers also bagged and tagged seedlings
for distribution to elementary students in
honor of Arbor Day.
Hats off to the volunteers who greeted and
directed taxpayers the two Saturdays before
the tax deadline and to the volunteer who
assisted the tax department.
July 4th Volunteers
Parade Line-up Assistants: 8:15 to 11:00 a.m. (Adults)
Festival Game Booths: 10:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. (Adults/teens)
Photographer: 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. (Adults/teens)
Bastille Day
Saturday, July 15th
Downtown Montgomery
More than 100 volunteers are needed to put on this great event
Volunteers are used in a multitude of areas:
8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Adults/ older teens to help with set up.
11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. – Various shifts, adults to sell beer/wine tickets.
11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. – Various shifts, adults - beer/wine booth volunteers
11:30 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. – Various shifts, adults to sell tickets for kids’ game booths.
11:30 a.m. to 8:15 p.m. – Various shifts, teens/adults to manage kids’ game booths.
Spring is in full swing and so are the City’s
volunteers, helping to make Montgomery the
great place it is.
For more specific information about any of these shortterm projects, contact
DeAnna Gross at 513-792-8329 or [email protected].
Plan for safe celebrations this graduation season
In the interest of providing Montgomery residents and parents
with the most accurate information prior to the upcoming
graduation season, the Montgomery Police Department would
like to remind residents that hosting a party with alcohol comes
with many considerations.
FACT: It is a criminal offense in the City of Montgomery (ORD
91.09) to serve alcohol to anyone who is under the legal age
of 21. A parent can serve his or her minor child, but the parent
must be present with the minor. A parent cannot give consent to
another adult to supervise the minor. Graduation parties can be
risky for hosts if the parties are not properly supervised.
FACT: It is a criminal offense in the City of Montgomery (ORD
91.21) to make one’s home or property available for the purpose
of allowing minors a place to consume alcohol.
FACT: There is civil liability through the State of Ohio for
furnishing alcohol to minors who then sustain or cause injury to
others while intoxicated.
The amount of alcohol consumed by minors is sobering. National
research shows that 57 percent of minors reported drinking
at friends’ homes. About 30 percent of minors reported that
they consume alcohol at home with their parent’s permission.
Nationally, 12 percent of eighth graders, 22 percent of tenth
graders and 29 percent of twelfth graders report having
consumed five or more drinks in a row in the last two weeks,
according to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug
Dependence.
Suggestions for parents if their teen is giving a party
• Parents/guardians should put their phone number on the
invitation and welcome calls from parents.
• They should avoid sending e-mail invitations as these can be
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easily forwarded to mass amounts of people and they can
lose control of who has the information.
Let attendees know that if they leave the party, they can’t
come back.
Be sure all forms of alcohol, firearms and over-the-counter/
prescription medications are secured.
What can parents do?
If a teen is attending a party, call the parent to ensure there
will be appropriate supervision. Communicate with a child on
how he or she is getting to and from the party. Give the child
permission to call at any hour for a ride. Help the child identify
another adult they trust and can also call at any time for help.
Be a good role model for children and help them make good
lifestyle choices. Speak to older siblings about the consequences
of supplying alcohol to younger brothers and sisters.
*Source: Institute for Public Strategies Briefing
**Source: National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence
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City of Montgomery
Arts and Entertainment
30th Annual Montgomery Photo Contest Winners Announced
Twenty local amateur photographers were recognized for artistic
excellence at EXPOSURE Montgomery, the City’s 30th annual
photography competition, on Sunday, April 9. A total of 280
photographs were entered into the competition, which included
adult entries from the greater Cincinnati area and student
entries representing 18 schools.
Two People’s Choice Awards were presented this year to one
adult and one student winner. Each winner received a $25 gift
card to Dodd Camera. Crystal Gurry’s “Venice” won the People’s
Choice award in the adult category, and Sarah Gilmore’s {Dot,
dot, dot} won in the student category.
The competition was judged by Liz Dufour, a photo editor and
photographer for the Cincinnati Enquirer; Emily Baumann,
curatorial assistant at the Cincinnati Art Museum; and David
Rosenthal, founder and executive director of Prairie Inc., a
Cincinnati-based arts organization that has been producing
community art programs since 2009.
“The members of the Arts Commission always look forward to
viewing the amazing photographs entered in this competition,
and this year was no exception,” Arts Commission Chair Christine
Genovese said. “We are fortunate to have so many talented
artists in our community, and are extremely pleased to give
the artists additional exposure with the Sneak Preview and the
winners’ exhibit at The Christ Hospital Outpatient Center.”
Many of the winning entries will be on exhibit April 17 through
May 12 at The Christ Hospital Outpatient Center at 11140
Montgomery Road.
The Montgomery Arts Commission would like to thank their
presenting sponsor, Riley and Rees, for making this event
possible.
The public was given the opportunity to view the photos prior
to the awards event at an informal reception on April 8 at the
Universalist Church. Kevin Fox provided music, and Walmart
contributed refreshments to the event.
2017 Photography Competition Winners
Student Winners
“Lava Meets the Pacific at Sunset”
by Fred Haaser
Spencer Kenner
Kelley Kossary
Elizabeth Cutter
Jeremy Borchers
Sarah Gilmore
Griffin Miller
Lauren Wilson
Andrew Shehata
Drew Hart
Best of Show
Sam Smith
Adult Winners
Scott Covrett
Joe Chunko
Fred Haaser
Paul Snider
Ernie Martin
Karen Ashcraft
Van Newland
Bernadette Clemens-Palatka
Jason Calimlim
“Quebec” by Sarah Gilmore
Sycamore High School
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Best of Show
Katie Brenkert
“Pipeline”
“Balance”
“Hazy”
“Unity”
“Quebec”
“Monday Morning”
“In My Own Bubble”
“Trapped in Time”
“Subway”
Lakota East
Sycamore High School
Lakota East
Sycamore High School
Sycamore High School
Sycamore High School
Lakota East
Sycamore High School
Walnut Hills
“Apparitions 9”
Loveland High School
“Window Seat”
“Morning Fog on the Ohio”
“Lava Meets the Pacific at Sunset”
“Indelible Memories”
“Beale Street Bikers”
“Reflexions”
“Helping Father”
“Lines and Poles”
“The Path”
“Bumpy Ride”
City of Montgomery
Recreation and
Events
Planning underway
for summer celebrations
Residents and businesses can plan now to be a part of
Montgomery’s traditional summer celebrations. Plan to attend
these events, or better yet, volunteer to help or participate in
sponsorship opportunities.
Blue Ash Montgomery Symphony Concert
Montgomery Park
Monday, July 3, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Kick off this year’s Independence Day celebration with the
phenomenal Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Orchestra’s
annual July 3 symphony concert at Montgomery Park. The
festivities start at 7:30 p.m. with the playing of the national
anthem. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the beautiful
park setting while listening to Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony
Orchestra celebration of
America’s holiday.
Businesses and organizations:
find out how to become a
sponsor of this favorite annual
event. Call Julie Machon at 513792-8316.
Independence Day Parade
Tuesday, July 4, 10:00 a.m.
Put on marching shoes, design a float or create an entertaining
entry in patriotic fashion for Montgomery’s long time traditionthe annual Independence Day parade.
Parade entries will assemble at designated locations on Cooper
Road at 9:00 a.m. with the official parade kick off at 10:00
a.m. Parade applications are available online by visiting
montgomeryohio.org.
For those who can’t be in the parade but want to help out,
they can find a niche as a festival game manager and/or a
parade organization lot manager. For further information and to
volunteer, contact DeAnna Gross at 513-792-8329 or at dgross@
ci.montgomery.oh.us.
Independence Day Festival
Montgomery Park
Tuesday, July 4, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
After the parade, this family-friendly festival will feature live
music by Eden, vendors and civic organizations offering a variety
of summer foods and drinks, carnival games, pony rides and fun.
Bastille Day Event
Downtown Montgomery
Saturday, July 15, noon to 11:00 p.m.
Bastille Day has something for everyone: a fantastic day of family
fun or a special night on the town. Two stages of entertainment
are planned. The North Stage features a kid’s theater camp
performance, a magic show, waiters race and the soulful sounds
of the Mistics. Music lovers will be treated to the main stage
entertainment, which will feature the Sycamore Community
Band, the Cincinnati Dancing Pigs jug band and NKG. The kid’s
area includes speed pitch, carnival games, pony rides, snocones,
face painting and a six-hole miniature golf game. New this year is
a community arts project in the kid’s area.
Food vendors, civic organizations, event sponsors, “waiters race”
organizers and more than 140 volunteers are being recruited for
this annual community evet.
To volunteer during Bastille Day,
contact DeAnna Gross at 513792-8329. To sponsor the event,
contact Julie Machon at 513-7928316.
Montgomery’s Top Dog!
Have the family dog featured at the City’s annual Labor Day
Dogfest.
Owners can send in a written description and a photo of their
cute, beloved, talented or amazing dogs and one could be “the
cover dog” on the posters, fliers and marketing of the City’s
Labor Day Dogfest & K9 Kerplunk event, as well as earn the
coveted “Top Dog” title. The winner of the Top Dog contest will
also be showcased at the event.
Can your dog sit and stay, come or lie down? Is he or she a
dancer, best kisser, loud singer, expert Frisbee catcher or high
jumper. Can your dog shake hands, roll over, play dead? Or is
your dog just “dog gone” cute? Explain how in 100 words or
less why your dog should be the Top Dog! Written descriptions,
photos and contact information are accepted now through
June 30 and can be sent by email to Julie Machon at jmachon@
ci.montgomery.oh.us or dropped off at City Hall.
Anyone interested in sponsoring
the event should contact Julie
Machon at 513-792-8316.
To volunteer at the festival, contact DeAnna Gross at 513-7928329 or at [email protected].
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Fly Fishing 101 and 201 Free classes offered
Learn to fly fish with the experts from Orvis with free Fly Fishing
101 and 201 classes.
Perfect for beginners of all ages, the Fly Fishing 101 course
includes free lessons on fly casting and outfit rigging with the
Orvis experts at their store on 7737 Kenwood Road.
Fly fishing 101 classes will be offered on May 6, May 13, May
20, May 27, June 3 and June 10. After completing a 101 class,
participants can then take their skills to the water to catch their
first fish.
Fly Fishing 201 classes are taught by Orvis Instructors at Pioneer
Park in Montgomery. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn at
Pioneer Park on May 6, May 14, May 27, June 4 and July 16.
Classes are free, but registration is required. Instructors teach
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participants how to release all fish safely back into the water.
To register for classes, visit Orvis.com/Kenwood and select “Sign
up for 2017 Classes.” Participants younger than 16 will need an
adult supervisor.
For questions and information, please call Orvis in Kenwood at
513-791-2325.
Montgomery Community Pool
Popular referral program returns
Gazebo rental
This popular program is back again this year. Returning 2016
members can receive $75 off a standard full-season membership
for referring a new 2017 member who signs up for a standard
full-season membership. The new member must not have been a
member in 2016. The new member will receive $50 off his or her
membership. Seek out others and get the discount. Details and
other information online at montgomeryohio.org.
Youth birthday parties and summer celebrations will be set
apart in the beautifully landscaped gazebo with a private grill.
Summertime aromas of hamburgers sizzling will bring guests
together after a cooling swim. Rates are $30 for the first hour
and $10 for each additional hour.
JUNE
June 8 ....... Big Rig Gig, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., kids can explore a
police car, fire truck, a backhoe and more
June 16 ..... Luau Party, 6:00 p.m., Dive-in movie at dusk
June 18 ..... Father’s Day appreciation, free
popcorn for pops
Groups that rent the shelter will be allowed to bring food
into the pool area to be served and eaten under the shelter.
Group rate fee for non-members is $3 per person (charged
upon entering the facility on the date of the event). For more
information, visit montgomeryohio.org.
JULY
July 4......... Splashtacular event with games and
prizes, 2:00 p.m.
AUGUST
Aug. 1 ....... Root beer float day at the pool, root
beer floats and a float race, 3:00 p.m.
August 4 ... Luau party, 6:00 p.m., Dive-in movie at
dusk
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 4 ...... Dog Fest! Dog swim and fun! 5:00-8:00
p.m.
Swim lessons
Kids can learn a lifelong skill and
experience the joy of swimming. Four
sessions of group swim lessons are
planned, each session runs Monday
through Thursday for two weeks.
Session A swim lesson registration
begins Friday, May 5. The group swim
lesson fee for pool members is $50 per
session, and nonmembers is $65 per
session. Private and semi-private swim
lessons are offered as well. Private
swim lesson request forms will be
accepted at the pool front desk when
the pool opens.
Fun Tuesdays
Kids’ fun activity on Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m. from
June 6 to July 25. From the water balloon toss to
the biggest splash contest, kids now know this day
and time. Since everyone knows how important
prizes are to kids, anyone who participates
receives a fun prize.
Feedback needed on recreation programs!
The City of Montgomery offers a variety of recreational opportunities and strives to continually provide the
community with the classes and programs of interest to the participants and community.
Starting May 1, please take a moment and fill out the recreation survey found on the City website.
Everyone who gives feedback and completes the recreation survey by May 31 will be entered into a
drawing to win one 20-visit pass to the Montgomery Community Pool.
To access the survey, please visit the City website, montgomeryohio.org. For more information, call Recreation Specialist Sarah Fink
at 513-792-8317 or email at [email protected].
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Registration is now open for all 2017 kid’s Summer Camps
With camp topics of instructional tennis, multi-sports, technology, art, theater and more, there is a camp that will pique the interest
of any child. Register online today at montgomeryohio.org.
Tennis Camp – Over the course of two weeks, participants will
have fun learning the lifelong skill of tennis. Camp is taught by
The Club at Harper’s Point tennis instructors. For information
regarding additional tennis lessons with The Club at Harper’s
Point tennis instructors, please call 513-489-9700.
Mondays and Wednesdays June 5, 7, 12 and 14
Ages 5-7 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. - FULL with a wait list
Ages 8-15 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. - Limited Space Available
Weller Park
Cost is $20 per participant
Jr. Ultimate Warrior – This camp will bring age-appropriate and
safe activities that will challenge, inspire and excite participants,
and promote teamwork at all levels. Camp is taught by Jump
Start Sports camp counselors.
June 19-23
Ages 3-4 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Weller Park
Cost is $60 per participant
Ultimate Warrior – This camp will bring age-appropriate and safe
activities that will challenge, inspire and excite participants,
and promote teamwork at all levels. Camp is taught by Jump
Start Sports camp counselors.
June 19-23
Ages 5-8 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Weller Park
Cost is $70 per participant
Painting and Drawing – Drawing and painting instruction will
occur throughout the week. Each child will take home a variety
of unique canvas paintings and drawings that they create. Camp
is taught by an I.C.I. Studio artist.
June 26-30
Ages 5-7 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Ages 8-12 from noon-2:00 p.m.
Terwilliger Lodge, Dulle Park
Cost is $125 per participant
Theater Camp – This active and creative camp will bring dramatic
play and theatre studies instruction to each participant. Campers
will finish their week with a demonstration for family and friends
at the annual Bastille Day Celebration. Camp is taught by theater
arts professional, Karen Vanover.
July 10-14 – Camp and a performance at Bastille Day on July 15
Ages 6-8 from 9:00 a.m.-noon
Ages 9-13 from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Terwilliger Lodge, Dulle Park (camp) and the performance at
Bastille Day is in downtown Montgomery
Cost is $120 per participant
3D Printing (Make your own board game) – Participants will use
the latest technology and software to develop their own board
game, as well as design and print their own 3D game pieces.
Camp is taught by iDaP Academy.
July 17-21
Ages 8-14 from 9:00 a.m.-noon
Terwilliger Lodge, Dulle Park
Cost is $110 per participant
Lego Robotics – Participants will use the latest technology,
software and equipment to build functional Lego Robots. Camp
is taught by iDaP Academy.
July 17-21
Ages 8-14 from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Terwilliger Lodge, Dulle Park
Cost is $110 per participant
Jr. Multi Sports – Participants will gain an introduction to a
variety of sports through age-appropriate drills and games. Each
day will focus on a different sport, with Friday being Olympics
Day. Camp is taught by Jump Start Sports counselors.
July 17-21
Ages 3-4 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Weller Park
Cost is $60 per participant
Multi Sports – Participants will gain an introduction to a variety
of sports through age-appropriate drills and games. Each day will
focus on a different sport, with Friday being Olympics Day. Camp
is taught by Jump Start Sports counselors.
July 17-21
Ages 5-8 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Weller Park
Cost is $70 per participant
Ceramics – Participants will gain an introduction to traditional
ceramics. This camp will focus on coil building, pinch pots, small
sculptures, slip and scoring, and glazing. Each participant will
take home a few creations of their own. Camp is taught by an
I.C.I. Studio artist.
July 24-28
Ages 5-7 from 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Ages 8-12 from noon-2:00 p.m.
Terwilliger Lodge, Dulle Park
Cost is $150 per participant
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FITNESS
Experience new group exercise equipment and
classes. Registration for the next session of fitness
classes is open. For more information and to
register, visit montgomeryohio.org. All equipment
needed for classes is provided.
Day
Monday
Monday
Monday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
Class Name
Mixed Level Yoga
Chair Yoga
Step
20/20/20
Tai Chi
Pilates
Beginner Level Yoga
Chair Yoga
20/20/20
Pilates
Dates of Session
5/22 - 7/24
5/22 - 7/24
5/22 - 7/24
5/9 - 6/27
5/16 - 7/11
5/9 - 6/27
5/24 - 7/26
5/24 - 7/26
5/11 - 6/29
5/11 - 6/29
No Class
5/29, 7/3
5/29, 7/3
5/29, 7/3
7/4
5/31, 7/5
5/31, 7/5
Session Length
8 classes
8 classes
8 classes
8 classes
8 classes
8 classes
8 classes
8 classes
8 classes
8 classes
Time of Class
Resident
9:30-10:30 a.m.
$40
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
$40
6:15-7:15 p.m.
$40
9:00-10:00 a.m.
$40
10:20-11:20 a.m.
$80
6:00-7:00 p.m.
$40
9:30-10:30 a.m.
$40
11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
$40
9:00-10:00 a.m.
$40
6:00-7:00 p.m.
$40
Non-Resident
$45
$45
$45
$45
$90
$45
$45
$45
$45
$45
Description of Classes
20/20/20 - This class offers light to
moderate cardiovascular exercises, light
strength training and light stretching for
20 minutes each.
Pilates - This class is geared
toward using core body muscles
(abdominal, obliques, back and gluteal
muscles) to get effective results in the
midsection. This workout gets results
in all the problem places by working
on lengthening of the spine, proper
alignment and posture, and a strong
center to create a slimmer profile.
Step - This class uses basic step
choreography, while incorporating old
school aerobics mixed with current
and modern moves and music. The
benefits of step aerobics are proven to
strengthen and tone muscle groups,
while burning calories and improving
coordination.
Beginner Level Yoga - Those
who are ready to try yoga for the first
time or who just prefer to practice at a
slower and gentler pace. Participants will
take plenty of time to really learn form
and alignment of traditional yoga poses
while also building strength and flexibility
with bodyweight exercises. Class will
begin with a brief centering and end with
savasana.
Chair Yoga - Yoga is a practice that
can be modified to support anyone at
any stage of life, and it is never too late
to begin! This class is intended to make
yoga accessible to advancing seniors
and to students with arthritis, injuries
or other movement limitations and
challenges. Each student will have a chair
to assist with balance for some simple
standing poses. We will also do many
postures seated in the chair and will
spend plenty of time on breathwork and
guided relaxation.
Mixed Level Yoga -
Explore
physical posture and energetic alignment
in traditional yoga poses and also
build strength and flexibility through
bodyweight exercises, such as planks,
pushups and squats. Modifications will
be offered to make sure everyone gets
just what he or she needs, so all levels of
yoga enthusiasts are welcome, but some
prior yoga experience is recommended.
Class will begin with a brief centering and
end with savasana.
Tai Chi -
Often called a moving
meditation, Tai Chi has its roots in martial
arts. The movements are practiced
slowly and smoothly with attention to
proper posture and breathing. Tai Chi
is easy to learn, effective and safe; it
increases flexibility, muscle strength,
heart/lung activity, aligns posture,
improves balance, and integrates the
mind and body.
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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Safety Village sign-ups for
non-residents
Spring Brush Collection for residents
with Thursday trash pickup
Beautification and Tree Commission,
City Hall, 9:00 a.m.
Arts Commission, City Hall, 5:00 p.m.
Planning Commission, City Hall,
7:30 p.m.
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Spring Brush Collection for
residents with Friday trash
pickup
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May Events
Thursday
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Friday
4
Council Business Session,
City Hall, 7:00 p.m.
Environmental Advisory
Commission, City Hall,
5:00 p.m.
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6
12
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Registration for Swim
Lessons begins
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Landmarks Commission,
City Hall, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday
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Parks and Recreation
Commission, Montgomery
Park, 6:30 p.m.
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Beautification Day, City
Hall Parking Lot,
9:00-11:00 a.m.
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National Police Week
Planning Commission,
City Hall, 7:30 p.m.
Mother’s Day
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22
Document Shredding
and Cardboard Recycling,
7315 Cornell Road,
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Sister Cities Commission,
City Hall, 6:30 p.m.
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Beautification Day,
10101 Montgomery
Road, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
(Rain Date)
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27
National Public Works Week
Board of Zoning Appeals,
City Hall, 7:00 p.m.
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Memorial Day
BAMSO Memorial Day
Concert, Blue Ash Towne
Square, 6:00 p.m.
City Offices Closed,
Trash pickup as usual
30
City Council Work Session,
City Hall, 7:00 p.m.
31
Sycamore Schools Last
Day of Classes
Montgomery Community
Pool Opens, 10:00 a.m.