May 5, 2023
News and information from the City of Blue Ash
Inside this issue:

  • The Name a Snow Plow winner is...
  • Police Chief teaches children to fish
  • Roundabout Project update
  • VIDEO: Sister City delegates enjoy trip to Blue Ash
  • Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday 5/29
  • Public Works Coloring Contest underway!
  • New nature programs at Summit Park
  • BAFD Light the Night at Summit Park
  • We're hiring!
  • More events and important dates
The Name a Snow Plow winner is...
Over 300 votes have been tallied and the winning name in the 2023 Blue Ash Public Works Name a Snow Plow Contest is…Blizzard!

Seven-year-old Lexi and nine-year-old Jake, a brother and sister duo from Blue Ash, came up with the winning name. They will receive a prize of Public Works-themed Legos!

Everyone can stop by and meet Blizzard at Touch-A-Truck at Summit Park on May 24 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Thank you to everyone who voted and submitted suggestions!
Police Chief teaches children to fish
Blue Ash Police Chief Scott Noel taught some very special children how to fish at Summit Park. You may remember he had requested letters from children who wanted to learn how to fish.

He met with Grant (pictured left) on Friday and two brothers (names protected for privacy; pictured right) on Saturday. Each child received fishing poles and tips from the Chief. 

In heartfelt posts on Facebook, Chief Noel talked about the experience. Read more.

Dozens of children will participate in the Blue Ash Police Department Youth Fishing Tournament at Summit Park on Sunday, May 7.

Registration is currently closed, however, the public is welcome to attend to cheer on the contestants!
Roundabout Project update
Plainfield/Peppermill Roundabout update – the home stretch!

Work is underway on the third and final roundabout in the HAM-Plainfield project.

Week of May 1: paving work begins

May 8: crews will place pavement markings transitioning the Plainfield/Peppermill intersection from the current traffic signal into an operational single-lane roundabout. Barrels are shown as dots in the diagram. Motorists will experience temporary and intermittent lane closures. Click here to see a larger version of the diagram above (PDF).

All work is weather permitting. Do you have questions about the project? Email: PlainfieldRoundabout@primeeng.com. Please use caution and slow down in the work zones. Read more.
VIDEO: Sister City delegates enjoy trip to Blue Ash
Another successful Blue Ash Sister City exchange with Ilmenau, Germany!

Delegates from Ilmenau toured city departments, local businesses, schools, and landmarks during their weeklong stay. Click the video above to see a slideshow of photos. Read more.
Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on 5/29
The City of Blue Ash invites you to the 71st annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on May 29, 2023!

The parade kicks off at 10:15 a.m. from Reed Hartman Highway and Cooper Road with entries from dozens of military and non-profit organizations, local businesses, and community groups. 

The route will be a little different this year due to the Towne Square Renovation Project. The route will proceed east on Cooper to Monroe, and end in the Cancer Support Community parking lot at 4918 Cooper Road. (Click here for a PDF of the parade route map.)

A special ceremony will take place after the parade at approximately 11:30 a.m. in the Cancer Support Community parking lot with keynote speaker CAPT Jeff Lamphear. Read more.
Public Works Coloring Contest underway!
The Blue Ash Public Works Department is holding a Children's Coloring Contest!

Prizes will be awarded in three categories: ages 4 and under, ages 5-8, and ages 9-12. 

The official printable coloring pages can be downloaded and printed at this link and can be picked up at the Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road, or the Municipal and Safety Center, 4343 Cooper Road. 

BAFD Light the Night at Summit Park
The Blue Ash Fire Department will illuminate Summit Park in red May 4 - 7 for Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF). Read more.
New Nature Programs at Summit Park
Get outside and learn about the animals, flowers, and trees at Summit Park!

There are several new nature programs presented by Great Parks of Hamilton County throughout the spring, summer, and fall.

First up, a Bird Walk to learn about spring migration on May 14 at 11:00 a.m. Be sure to bring binoculars! Check here for more programs coming soon!
We're hiring!
Health, wellness, and community!

The Blue Ash Recreation Center needs a Fitness Center Manager! Find out more and apply at www.blueash.com/jobs.
More events and important dates
in Blue Ash
Click the pictures and links below for more information on these important dates and events in Blue Ash.
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 6131 Interstate Circle
(Blue Ash residents only)

8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road

May 11: City Council Meeting
7:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 4343 Cooper Road

May 13: CPR/AED Class
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. North Fire Station, 10647 Kenwood Road
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road

May 14: Mother's Day
11:00 a.m. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road

May 14- 20: National Police Week

May 15: Peace Officers Memorial Day

1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Hunt House, 4364 Hunt Road
Armed Forces Day

May 21-27: Public Works Week

4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road

May 25: City Council Meeting
7:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 4343 Cooper Road

10:15 a.m. Parade begins Reed Hartman Highway & Cooper Road
Ceremony will take place at the Cancer Support Community parking lot, 4918 Cooper Road

June 7: Blue Ash Police Department Bike Rodeo
3:30 - 7:00 p.m. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road

Dusk. Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road
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