Stay Current with Calendar & Video |
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Newsletter submissions and story ideas are due to the Clerk of Council no later than the 15th of the month prior to publication. Email tpreasoner@amberleyvillage.org or call 513-531-8675. |
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Amberley Village April Services Schedule |
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Administration & Maintenance
Holiday Closures
Monday, May 30
Memorial Day
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Trash & Recycling
Regular Friday Pick Up Remains
On Schedule
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Brush Collection
Brush Collection continues as needed,
with one pickup per week
Please note: pickup days are no longer assigned to allow for greater efficiency
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Public Works Week is May 15 - 21! |
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Public Works Week is celebrated across the country annually to show appreciation to those whose jobs ensure our communities run smoothly. Whether it's brush and leaf collection, snow removal, road repairs or cleaning up after a storm, Amberley Village Maintenance Department is always at the ready to ensure our Village is in tip-top shape. Council will pass legislation resolving Amberley Village support of this annual nationwide celebration of our Maintenance Department. Be sure and join us in our appreciation for all they do! |
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Police Memorial Week is May 11 - 17! |
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Amberley Village annually recognizes the sacrifice, dedication and hard work of its Police Department by participating in National Police Week and Light Ohio Blue. Council traditionally passes a resolution recognizing these campaigns in the Village, and takes the opportunity to thank and appreciate our Police for all they do to go over and above the call of duty to increase our quality of life. This year, the resolution will go before Council at the May 9 meeting. Show your support by attending the meeting, which will be held at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers! |
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What is National Police Week?
National Police Week occurs every May, and in 2022, live, in-person events are scheduled in Washington D.C and throughout the country . National Police Week will be observed from May 11–17. The National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum will hold ceremonies, including the 34th Annual Candlelight Vigil, to honor the fallen officers whose names have recently been added to the Memorial.
President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.
National Police Week is a collaborative effort of many organizations dedicated to honoring America’s law enforcement community. Ohio hosts its own support campaign, entitled Light Ohio Blue, and the annual Police Memorial will be held in Downtown Cincinnati on May 10 at 11 a.m. Learn more below!
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Sgt. Tim Schmidtgoessling (above)
celebrates his 17th year of service with Amberley Village PD in June of this year. He is one of many - including K-9 Creed! - in the Department who attended the April 28 Open House (see below).
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Community Open House a Success! |
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Amberley Village Police Department held an Open House on Thursday, April 28. K-9 Creed and the entire AVPD hosted a movie-themed Open House, complete with popcorn and movie ticket giveaways!
Residents viewed the video above, and received a first-hand account of the range of services and opportunities available through the AVPD. Residents also had the chance to meet officers and senior leadership and update their resident information. Valuable links and files were distributed on a flash drive that can be used to store everything from tax returns to Garage Sale applications.
"Thanks to all who came to the Open House, contributed to the video and presentation, or volunteered for the event - our Officers and Staff appreciate your support!" said Chief Rich Wallace. "I want to thank all of our residents for their continued support and partnership. Let's continue to work together to keep our community safe!"
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Police Levy Won't Raise Taxes |
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Amberley Village voters will see a Police Levy Renewal on this year's May 3 ballot. The Levy Renewal will not increase taxes, but will rather renew the current tax levy at the same rate.
The Hamilton County Auditor's Office estimates the levy will generate approximately $1.3 million per year for the next five years. For more information, visit the link below!
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Election Day is Tuesday, May 3! |
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Be sure and exercise your right to be heard! Tuesday, May 3 is Election Day, so be sure and stop by your polling place between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. to cast your vote. Not sure where to go? Click the box below to check your voter registration, confirm your polling location and even view a sample ballot! |
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Backyard Composting Seminars Earn $20 Off Composting Bins, Rain Barrels & Accessories! |
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Village Seeks Representative for
Pleasant Ridge Montessori LSDMC
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Amberley Village Council appoints a community representative to serve on an advisory committee at Pleasant Ridge Montessori School, called the Local School Decision Making Committee (LSDMC). Currently, this position is open, and Council is seeking to fill the seat. The only requirements are that you not be employed by Cincinnati Public Schools, and that you live in Amberley Village.
See the LSDMC Manual linked below for more information. If you are interested in serving on the Local School Decision Making Committee, please contact Clerk of Council Tammy Reasoner at 513-531-8675 or tpreasoner@amberleyvillage.org.
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Community Room Open
for Reservations Beginning on May 9
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Amberley Village Community Room has been closed to the public for nearly two years now in order to allow Village Committees to meet in a socially-distanced space. With the spread of COVID-19 slowing, the Community Room will once again be open for reservations beginning on May 9, 2022. Please contact Carolyn Wallis for additional information or visit our website at the buttons below. |
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WeTHRIVE! Health & Wellness Committee
to Host New Recreational Programs
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The WeTHRIVE! Health & Wellness Committee of Amberley Village is proud to announce the return of Yoga on the Lawn in conjunction with the Mayerson JCC on Wednesday evenings at the Municipal Park from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. from May 11 - August 17. A new Meditation class will follow weekly from 7:30 - 8 p.m. Residents are welcome to attend either or both classes!
In addition, a new Pickup Pickleball program will be added at the Municipal Building Tennis Courts from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday nights from June to August.
No reservations are required for either activity, and all Amberley Village residents are welcome. For more information, see the downloadable flyers at right. We hope to see you there!
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First Reading: Ordinance 2022-02, Regarding Funds Received Under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) |
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Amberley Village Council meets on the second Monday of each month. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 9 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 513-531-8675 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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Property Maintenance: Grass Cutting Season is Here! |
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Spring is officially here, and with summer just around the corner, it's time to resume grass cutting and yard services! Amberley Village wishes to remind residents of a few important rules to help keep your spring and summer yard care running smoothly and according to Code.
Grass should be no more than 10 inches. Residents are asked to keep grass clippings out of the street and away from catch basins.
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Top and bottom right photos show examples of grass at excessive lengths, which could result in neighbor complaints and a possible compliance call from the Village. Below, an example of what NOT to do, as grass clippings in the gutter can cause storm water issues in culverts and catch basins. |
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Reminder: Drug Takeback Day is Tomorrow! |
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National DEA Drug Takeback Day returns on Saturday, April 30! Bring unwanted prescriptions to Amberley Village Police Station for safe disposal from 10 am to 2 pm. Prescriptions should be removed from their original bottle and placed in a plastic bag prior to drop-off.
Amberley Village remains a 24/7 drop-off site for unwanted prescriptions. DEA National Drug Takeback Day is a semi-annual reminder to residents across the U.S. that unwanted prescription drugs should be disposed of responsibly to prevent accidental overdose and contamination. Questions? Call Office Mark Roeseler at 513-531-2040.
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Reminder: One Stop Drop This Sunday! |
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Join Amberley Village in its commitment to diverting waste from the landfill, and plan to join us for the 9th Annual One Stop Drop at Amberley Green on Sunday, May 1 from noon - 3 p.m. Brought to you by the Amberley Village Environmental Stewardship Committee, this three hour event provides a convenient drive-through drop-off experience that's open to residents and neighbors in surrounding communities.
In recent years, the event seems to be most heavily attended at the noon start, so residents hoping to get through the line quicker are invited to consider driving through after 1:30 p.m. Be sure and invite friends, neighbors and family - hope to see you there!
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As a reminder to all residents, recycling should be placed in bins loose (not in bags) and after rinsing any residue or debris. Contamination is the number one barrier to effective recycling.
Please note that all trash and recycling should only be placed at the curb no more than 24 hours before pickup and no more than 24 hours after pickup. Bins placed at the curb prior to Thursday and after Saturday morning are subject to possible notification by Village Property Maintenance. Please do not place bins in the street.
Please do your part to be neighborly and considerate to both other Village residents and Rumpke workers. Questions? Contact Carolyn Wallis at cwallis@amberleyvillage.org or at 513-531-8675. |
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Important Dates: Looking Ahead |
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Amberley Village continues its regular updates to hillside messaging to reflect important themes and timely topics. This month, look for an announcement of our Annual Bike Safety Fair (below), The banner will be switched out following the event to a public safety message, which will remain on display until June. |
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Bike Safety Event to Be Held May 15! |
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K9 Creed Armour Program supports K9 Creed and assists Creed and other Service K-9s in need of protective equipment, specifically ballistic K9 vests.
Check out the new arrivals!
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What's New at Your Local Library? |
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Whether your nearest library is Deer Park, Reading, Pleasant Ridge or Blue Ash, spring is the perfect time to check out their seasonal programs! Amberley Village E-News makes it easy for you to check out library programming for the upcoming month via the link below. |
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"Meet Me at the Library!":
Public Meeting Space Options at Your Local Library
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Residents looking for public space to host group meetings and community events are encouraged to check out the library offerings - you'll be impressed with the range of options! |
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Commemorative Bricks &
Tree + Bench Donation Programs in the Village
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Amberley Village offers multiple ways 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. Each tree planted also supports the Village designation as a Tree City USA!
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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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Spring Has Sprung in the
Amberley Village Spirit Shop!
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The Amberley Village Online Spirit Shop offers a wide variety of spring and summer gear to help residents show their 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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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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Amberley Village | Website | 513-531-8675
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