Montgomery Updates
Get a free pool membership!
Returning 2007 season members who renew pool memberships for the 2008 will be eligible for five FREE memberships to be given away at the pool on June 20 at 6 p.m. All returning memberships purchased by May 15 will be entered to win a FREE membership for 2009. Those in attendance during the drawing will get a second entry to double their chances to win!
New Pool Member ID Cards for 2008
New Pool Member ID Cards! Plan some extra time to get your new 2008 membership ID card on your first visit to the Montgomery Community Pool. Requiring ID check-in at the pool keeps the value to your membership. Pool open Saturday, May 24 at 11:00 a.m.
Questions and Answers About Twin Lakes Expansion Project and Consolidated Access Management Plan
To assist citizens in familiarizing themselves with the proposed Twin Lakes project and consolidated access management plan, the City has published a number of interesting questions and answers for review. (more...)
City, Twin Lakes work cooperatively on expansion
The City of Montgomery has announced plans to work with Twin Lakes, a senior living community, as it proposes a modest expansion of its planned development in an effort to consolidate access points for multiple properties along Montgomery Road. (more...)
Historic tour offered May 22
In celebration of Historic Preservation Month, join former Mayor Gary Blomberg and Community Development Director, Frank Davis as they lead a walking tour through the streets of Historic Montgomery. This 45-minute tour will take in several of the landmarks found both on the local and National Historic Registers.
A question and answer session will be held at dinner following the tour at the new Stonecreek Dining Company (corner of Montgomery and Cooper Roads). Limited to the first 12 to sign up! Participation the historic tour event is $20, which includes the tour and dinner. Call 891-2424 for reservations.
New walkways to continue historic district commitment
This summer’s sidewalk replacement project along Montgomery Road will be a massive undertaking for the City. The existing brick sidewalk on the east side of Montgomery Road between Cooper and Remington will be replaced with a new clay brick sidewalk. (more...)
Montgomery earns Tree City USA status for 12th consecutive year
Montgomery has been named a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to community forestry. The designation marks the twelfth year Montgomery has received this national recognition. (more...)
Redevelopment efforts proceed for 3 vacant locations in Montgomery
The Development Department gets frequent inquiries about properties in the city that are currently vacant and/or are for sale. The department is sometimes involved in the transition of a property, either with the building and zoning permitting process, or with direct investment through a public private partnership. (more...)
2008 Photo Contest Winners
Twenty photography winners were announced at the Montgomery Photography Reception and Exhibition held on March 16 at the Universalist Church. The event, sponsored by the Arts Commission, featured renowned juror Corson Hirschfeld and over an exhibit of 150 photographs. (more...)
Parks and Recreation Subcommittee Recommendations
The Parks and Recreation Subcommittee finalized their recommendation from the 2007 Parks Study and presented it to the Parks and Recreation Commission on April 10, 2008.
2007 Park Study Subcommittee Recommendation
We Need Your Ideas
Take a moment to complete the brief survey giving the Montgomery Recreation Department feedback for future programming ideas. Your input ensures superior service, as well as quality programs and events that meet a variety of interests and needs.
Memorial Day concert signals start of summer
The Blue Ash/Montgomery Symphony Orchestra will perform its annual Memorial Day Concert at the Blue Ash Towne Square on Monday, May 26, at 6 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. (more...)
Can you help with this year’s July 4th Parade?
The July 4th Parade, a long time, Montgomery tradition, continues to bring our community together as we celebrate our nation’s birthday. Volunteer opportunities are available such judges, parade recruitment, parking lot line up coordinators and convertible drivers. Contact Joyce Yock at 792-8329 for additional information.
Program targets decline of civic organizations
A community’s “social capital” is defined as the value of all social networks within a geographic area. Unfortunately since the 1960s, social capital has steadily declined in cities and neighborhoods.
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Montgomery Woman’s Club Town Hall Lecture Series
The Montgomery Woman’s Club has announced the 46th season of its Town Hall Lecture Series. Speakers include Steve Ford, horse breeder, movie and television actor, Doris Roberts, actress in “Everybody Loves Raymond”, Lee Woodruff, "co-author “In an Instant”, “Termite” Watkins, former boxer, pest control in Iraq, Olympic coach and Martha Raddatz, ABC News Chief White House Correspondent. (more...)