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One Stop Drop Enjoys
Beautiful Weather, Excellent Turnout
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The 2021 Amberley Village One Stop Drop was a huge success, having served 450 cars at its recent recycling event! The event, which was held Sunday, September 26, collected nearly 23,000 pounds of electronics, 15,250 pounds of paper and 4,750 pounds of household items and clothing. The event was run by residents, volunteers and members of the Amberley Village Environmental Stewardship Committee, as well as staff from Cohen Recycling, Royal Document Shredding and Goodwill. The event was open to residents of any community, and was the first held in Amberley Village since April of 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Residents who participated in the event are encouraged to take a brief, six-click survey below to assist planning team members in gathering feedback. The Amberley Village Environmental Stewardship Committee, which runs the event, is committed to constantly seeking new ways to better serve the community.
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Event Coordinators Pete Duffy & Kathie Kraemer enjoying the sunshine during a short break in the action |
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ESC member and volunteer Merrie Stillpass and Council Member Peg Conway chat with a patron taking advantage of paper shredding |
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Kathie Kraemer poses for a quick shot with Mayor Tom Muething at the Goodwill collection station at Sunday's One Stop Drop |
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Council Member Rich Bardach demonstrates the good feeling that comes with recycling. |
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Vice Mayor Natalie Wolf helps direct traffic and keeps the lines moving. |
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All recyclables collected at the One Stop Drop are counted toward Village annual recycling totals. |
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Other recycling opportunities... |
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Weren't able to make the One Stop Drop but still have recyclables? Hamilton County is hosting an upcoming event for household hazardous products on October 23 from 8 am - 1 pm, and the Amberley Village website offers additional resources and links to assist in locating the right place for your unwanted or unneeded items!
Check out the handy links below. You can also find a link on the front page of our website under the Resident Services tab, and click on Community Recycling Resources. You can also mark your calendar for next year's One Stop Drop, which is scheduled for Sunday, May 1, 2022.
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Amberley Village October Services Schedule |
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Leaf Collection
October 18 - December 18 weekly
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Trash & Recycling
Regular Friday Pick Up on Schedule
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Brush Lite Collection
Occurs as needed between Leaf Collection
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Arbor Day Celebration Set for October 14 |
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While Arbor Day is typically held in April each year, COVID-19 has prevented any formal celebration. On Thursday, October 14, Amberley Village will officially celebrate Arbor Day with a short ceremony and a tree planting. Residents are welcome to attend the event, which will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building Flag Pole. The program is presented by the Amberley Village Environmental Stewardship Committee. |
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Drug Take Back Day is October 23 |
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The next DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be Saturday, October 23, 2021. National Take-Back Day is a safe, convenient, and responsible way to dispose of unused or expired prescription drugs. Amberley Village will participate from 10 am – 2 p.m., allowing residents and neighbors to drop off unused or expired prescriptions.
The DEA will also accept vaping devices and cartridges at any of its drop-off locations during Take Back Day. It is important to note that DEA cannot accept devices containing lithium ion batteries. If batteries cannot be removed prior to drop-off, DEA encourages individuals to consult with stores that recycle lithium ion batteries.
Read more about the most recent Take Back Day totals below, and be sure and check out the DEA’s official Take Back Day website for more information. Amberley Village is a year-round collection site, and accepts unused or expired prescriptions, vaping devices and cartridges as described above 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Trick-or-Treat is Sunday, October 31 from 6 - 8 p.m. |
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Be sure to keep your little ghosts and goblins safe on Halloween by ensuring their costumes can be seen in the dark. If dark colors are incorporated into the costume, reflective tape, light-up accessories and glow-in-the-dark treat bags can help increase visibility.
Amberley Village Police-Fire Department beefs up patrols for safety, and will distribute candy throughout the community, as well as at the Public Safety window in the Municipal Building.
Look for additional safety information via social media!
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October is Fire Prevention Month! |
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Amberley Village has been regularly updating its hillside messaging all year to reflect important themes and timely topics. This month, we feature Fire Prevention Week, which kicks off October Fire Prevention Month.
The Village has developed weekly video messaging to promote fire safety and prevention, which will be sent out via social media and on the Village website. Each episode of A Hot Minute with members of the Amberley Village Fire Department features safety tips and resources to help keep your home and family safe from the dangers of fire.
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Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters:
Saturday, October 2
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Residents are encouraged to share photos of their participation via social media, tagged with #AmberleyVillageCares #NFFFLighttheNight, or send them to the Village via the button below with subject line Light the Night. Administrative staff will share them with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to pass along to families of these heroes to show their sacrifice has not been forgotten. Learn more about this national effort by clicking the image below.
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October is Breast Cancer
Awareness Month
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Amberley Village employees will show their support throughout the month of October for those who are battling or have survived breast cancer, as well as those who have lost the fight. |
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ASP: Accelerated Streets Program Update |
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Week of October 11:
Work on Fair Acres, Esther, Winding Way, Section and Galbraith that was anticipated to begin the last week in September was postponed to the week of October 11 as contractors worked to address staffing issues. The current plan for this phase of the project is as follows:
- Day #1: Mill and make base repairs to Fair Acres & Esther Drives
- Day #2: Mill and make base repairs to Winding Way
- Day #3: Mill and pave Section Road
- Day #4: Base repairs to Galbraith Road and pave side streets
Please note that work may spill over into the following week depending on weather and progress. Typically, the week following paving (once all streets are complete and have been permitted to set), a rejuvenant is applied to the newly-surfaced street which can double the life of the new pavement.
Amberley Village is committed to keeping residents informed of plans and progress on the Accelerated Streets Program, and has set up a web page for regular updates. These will also be sent out via social media and included in the E-Newsletters.
Please contact the Amberley Village Administrative Offices with any questions or for specific or additional information at 513-531-8675.
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Elections to Be Held on November 2 |
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Amberley Village residents will vote for members of council on Tuesday, November 2. Also on the ballot will be members of Cincinnati School Board, a proposed tax levy for children services and the care and placement of children and a second proposed levy for Great Parks of Hamilton County.
Be sure and exercise your civil rights, and get out the vote on November 2! For your convenience, a sample ballot is included below, along with a link to the Hamilton County Board of Elections website, where you can enter your address to see if your registration information is up to date, as well as confirm your polling place.
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Maintenance Saves Tax Dollars
by Sharing Equipment with Local Municipalities
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Have you ever wondered how trees and brush along the roadways gets trimmed so evenly? Well, take a look at the video above for a front-row seat of a boom arm mower in action! This specialized piece of equipment is borrowed from Symmes Township to assist in trimming overhead branches, brush and hard-to-reach areas alongside the road. Amberley Village Maintenance Department regularly looks for ways to collaborate with neighboring communities to maximize the money for services. Borrowing the boom arm mower is just one of many behind-the-scenes efforts our Crews make to ensure you're getting the most for your Amberley Village tax dollars! |
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Jewish Neighbors Celebrate Sukkot |
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Did you know that the communities of Amberley Village and Golf Manor are home to the largest population of Orthodox Jews in the tri-state area? Many residents may have noticed small structures in yards throughout the Village and surrounding streets toward the end of September. These structures play a significant part in celebrating the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.
The sukkah (pronounced [so͞oˈkä, ˌso͝okə]) is a temporary hut or walled structure covered with organic material. On the holiday of Sukkot, Jewish people spend time in the Sukkah, treating it like their home away from home. As described in the Torah, or the Hebrew Bible, the sukkah evokes the temporary dwellings the Israelites inhabited on their way out of Egypt.
Resident and Police Chaplain, Rabbi Mendy Kalmanson, arranged for the Village to visit a few of these structures, and prepared some background for residents less familiar with this Jewish practice. Special thanks to the Klinkowitz, Kalmanson, Levin and Edelstein families for inviting us to share their sukkot with the community!
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Expect Fabulous Fall Colors
Throughout Ohio This Year!
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The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) has released the 2021 fall color forecast, and it's expected to be spectacular! ODNR will provide weekly updates on the best locations to enjoy unique activities and the beautiful hues of autumn.
When forecasting fall color, foresters must consider several variables, such as sunlight, temperature, wind and rainfall when estimating the intensity and longevity of leaf color. This year, the ODNR Division of Forestry is expecting peak color to arrive in mid to late October. More information on the current forecast is available via the resource links below.
Those interested in finding the most eye-catching leaves throughout the season should check out ODNR’s fall color website, the official guide to the changing colors. The website includes:
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Weekly color updates and information to help plan a fall color adventure;
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Ideas for scenic road trips;
- Unique overnight accommodations at Ohio State Parks; and
- Fun activities to do around the state.
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Time to Check Your Mailbox! |
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Stable, Sturdy & Straight: These three S's are critical to ensure that mail delivery service is interrupted. Every year, no matter how careful Maintenance Crews are when removing snow, mailboxes get knocked down or damaged during winter weather. Most instances of mailboxes being knocked over are the result of a mailbox not being stable, sturdy or straight. Over time, mailbox posts become weakened by weather, age and mowing around the base.
Fall is a great time of year to take a closer look at your mailbox and make any replacements or repairs to the base to make it stable, sturdy and straight!
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Reminder: Dogs at Amberley Green |
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New signage has been added to Amberley Green to further clarify that dogs may ONLY be off-leash during the hours of dawn - 9 am and the hour prior to dusk. White delineators at the top of the hill mark the on-leash areas that apply even during off-leash hours.
Questions regarding restrictions and violation reports can be directed to Amberley Village Police Department at 513-531-2040.
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Residents are reminded that dogs should not be left outside barking. Police officers respond to complaints of dogs barking for longer than 15 minutes.
Your courtesy for your neighbors and for our valuable police resources is greatly appreciated!
Questions? Call Amberley Village Dispatch at 513-531-2040.
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10-Digit Dialing Begins October 24 |
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A friendly reminder to all residents - if you have a 513 or 859 area code, you’ll soon have to dial an area code — even for local calls — beginning Oct. 24. Right now, if you just dial the seven-digit phone number (without the area code), that call will connect locally.
Your telephone number, including the current area code, will not change. The price of a call, coverage area, or other rates and services will not change due to the dialing change. For more information, click the button below.
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Amberley Village Council meets on the second Monday of each month. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 11 at 6:30 pm, and will be held in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, located at 7149 Ridge Road (see COVID-19 News & Updates below for latest safety protocols for meetings.)
Residents may submit comments in writing or attend in-person to participate. To speak at the meeting or submit written comments, please contact Clerk of Council Tammy Reasoner by noon the day of the meeting at 531-8675 or at tpreasoner@amberleyvillage.org
Copies of the agenda and council packet are posted on the website the Friday prior to each meeting under Government / INFO SEARCH / Council & Committee Agendas or by clicking the link below.
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This month, Council will vote on the establishment of Indigenous People's Day at the October 11 meeting, which would provide for an annual recognition of the Native Americans/First Nations/Indigenous Peoples who cared for the lands on which Amberley Village now sits.
Background on the proposal was published in the August issue of the Amberley Village E-News, and background submitted by the Human Rights Commission is linked below for further reference.
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Website Feature Spotlight |
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New under Resident Services (at the top left of the home page) is the addition of a Community Recycling Resources page. The page includes a searchable database by item and location, offering residents a wide range of options for green disposal of unwanted items.
Another cool new feature under Resident Services is our Accelerated Street Program (ASP) Updates page, where you find the latest information on the current status of the project. This can also be accessed under Resident Services at the top of the third column of the drop-down menu.
Want to learn more about navigating the Village website? Contact Tammy Reasoner at 513-531-8675 to set up a training session! |
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Check Out October Options at Our Local Libraries |
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Featured Program:
Explore 101: Gardening in the Fall
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
If you are interested in planning your garden or pots for fall, then the Adult Learning Center has a class for you! This class will discuss plants that you can plan for your garden that will either be ready for the cold weather season or those plants that can be harvested before the first frost. We will also get a better understanding of the important parts of gardening later in the year and knowing when those plants can be harvested. If you would like to register for the class, you are able to register for one class or all of the classes. The class will be held via Zoom and a link will be provided before the class begins.
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Commemorative Bricks &
Tree + Bench Donation Programs in the Village
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Amberley Village offers multiple way to commemorate a special occasion, remember a loved one, or ensure that your family name remains a part of the Village. Commemorative bricks, or a tree or bench donation are all meaningful ways to signify the importance of a person or event in your life! |
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Contributions to the Amberley Village Commemorative Brick and the Tree + Bench Donation Program are tax deductible. For more information, click the program links below, or contact Carolyn Wallis at 531-8675 or at cwallis@amberleyvillage.org.
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If you know someone who is currently not receiving our emails, they may contact Clerk of Council Tammy Reasoner at tpreasoner@amberleyvillage.org with their name and email address, and we'll be happy to add them to our mailing list!
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Amberley Village COVID-19
& Vaccine Update
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CDC Recommends Face Masks in Public Indoor Settings |
As a reminder, all public meetings will be held in person following the expiration of the authority for Ohio local governments to hold virtual public meetings on July 1.
Residents are invited to attend public meetings, and masks are required for all attendees. Amberley Village will continue its ongoing commitment to following public health protocols as recommended by Hamilton County Public Health and the CDC, as well as its deep cleaning protocols.
The Village also continues to provide hand sanitizer throughout the building, and touchless access to restrooms, water fountains and many of its door entries.
Questions or concerns? Please contact the Administration Office at 531-8675.
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Recent Updates from Hamilton County Public Health |
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Call 211 for registration information & transportation assistance |
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With the growing spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant, Amberley Village encourages all residents age 12 and up to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Visit the link above for information regarding vaccine availability and scheduling.
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While the Amberley Village Municipal Building remains open, all visitors are asked to wear a mask while in the building. Look for continued updates via the Village website, newsletters, social media and via email. To sign up for our newsletters, click the blue button below.
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Additional COVID-19 Resources |
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Make a Difference Day Group Hosts Annual Tree Sale |
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Residents are invited to take advantage of this great opportunity to buy locally grown trees/shrubs!
-15 types
-3 gallon containers
-$25 each
Fill out the attached order form and return to MADD by mail with your check by the October 13th DEADLINE. Tree Pick up is Thursday October 21st at Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati from 2-6 PM
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Stock Up Early for Holiday Gift Giving! |
The Amberley Village Online Spirit Shop offers a wide variety of fall and winter gear to help you and your student show your Amberley Village pride - with high-quality, branded gear you can tailor to suit your taste. You can even preview it online! Can't decide? Gift cards are also available!
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All proceeds from the sale of Team Creed apparel go back to the Amberley Village K9 Unit, and go towards training, everyday equipment (collars, leashes, harnesses, food supplies, kennel equipment, Cruiser equipment), K9 safety/protection equipment, handler protection equipment, and unexpected expenses such as emergency vet visits and procedures.
All merchandise can be ordered via the button below. Questions? Contact Officer Andrea Alt at aalt@amberleyvillage.org or Amberley Village Dispatch at 513-531-2040. |
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Stay Informed. Get Involved.
Ways to connect in Amberley Village!
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Online Photo Galleries
Photos help us all visualize a story, and with such a beautiful setting here in Amberley, why not capture it all? Look for more photos, and feel free to contribute your own by emailing them to:
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Text to Opt-In
It's never been easier to opt in for the Village E-News! See above - we even have cards available to share at your block party or neighborhood gathering, so help spread the word!
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Tailor Your Notices
Ever wish you could get meeting notices for a specific committee without having to receive ALL all of them? Well, now you can! Choose which meeting notices you'd like to receive, as well as topic-specific updates.
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Share E-News with a friend |
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Join us on Nextdoor, YouTube, Facebook & twitter |
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Amberley Village is committed to keeping lines of communication open and accessible between residents and government officials. In this spirit, Amberley Village has incorporated Village-issued email addresses for Councilmembers into its digital communications protocol.
These measures unify the format, making it easier for residents to send a message when an issue comes to mind. The member's first initial followed by last name (no space) @amberleyvillage.org will get your message on its way to members of the Amberley Village Council.
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