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Amberley Village November Services Schedule |
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Administration & Maintenance
Holiday Closure
December 24, 27 & 31
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Leaf Collection
Weekly through December 30
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Trash & Recycling
Regular Friday Pick Up will remain
On Schedule
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Brush Lite Collection
Occurs as needed between Leaf Collection
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Council Appreciation Reception Honors
Conway, Kamine & Warren
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Amberley Village recently honored three outgoing members of council at a special reception and presentation during the November Council Meeting. Councilmembers Elida Kamine, Ray Warren and Peg Conway were recognized individually for their years of service and numerous contributions to the Village during their tenures. Thanks to each of you and best wishes on your future endeavors! |
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Resident hugs Councilmember Peg Conway at the November 8 Appreciation Reception honoring outgoing members of Amberley Village Council. |
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Councilmembers Warren, Kamine and Conway
(l. to r.) enjoy a laugh at their Appreciation Reception following the November Council Meeting.
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Each of the outgoing councilmembers was given a keepsake plaque honoring them for their years of service to Amberley Village. The plaques were displayed during the reception, and presented to the members by Mayor Muething during the November Council meeting.
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Council Oath of Office Ceremony |
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On Wednesday, December 1, the newly-elected members of the Amberley Village Council took their oaths of office in a ceremony performed by Village resident Judge Jennifer Branch.
Councilmembers, spouses, family and friends attended the ceremony, which was followed by an informal reception.
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Meet Our Newest Councilmembers |
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Keely Paul was elected as a Member-At-Large in November of 2021. A gradate of Sycamore High School, Keely attended the University of Cincinnati in chemical engineering. She is a self-employed landlord and property manager as partner in her family business after 19 years with Procter & Gamble. Keely has been a resident of Amberley Village since 2013. Ms. Paul has been an active volunteer in the community for more than 40 years, and currently serves on the board of the Ohio Valley Ski Council. She hopes to continue Amberley Village's commitment to its community through fiscal responsibility and strong services, and includes economic development and innovation among her priorities while in office. |
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Bob Rosen earned his BA degree from the University of Connecticut and a Masters Degree in City Planning from the University of Cincinnati. He worked for the City of Cincinnati Development Department for 7 years and then spent 35 years in the financial services serving both institutions and individuals. While working he received the Certified Investment Management Analyst professional designation. Bob retired three and a half years ago as a Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch. Mr. Rosen has served as Treasurer and Board Chair for Jewish Vocational Service, Golf Manor Synagogue, Cedar Village Nursing Home and the Cincinnati Hebrew Day School. He is currently active on the Board of the Jewish Vocational Service Foundation, Jewish Home of Cincinnati, CYJL Advisory Committee of the Jewish Federation and the Indian Hill Winter Club. He enjoys all sorts of outdoor activities including hiking, backpacking, camping, and rafting, and is also an avid hockey player. Bob is married to his wife Cynthia, and has two married daughters, Jennifer and Rachel, and four grandchildren.
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Jay Shatz works for the Leadership Council of Nonprofits as director of its leadership training, called BOLD, which prepares community members to serve on nonprofit boards. He and his husband Stan have lived in Amberley since May, 2005. Jay is an Emmy Award-winning journalist who spent 11 years at WCPO-TV before leaving the station to start a production company that created lifestyle programming for HGTV and DIY Networks. Their popular home improvement show “Desperate Landscapes” helped transform several Amberley and Pleasant Ridge front yards during the course of production. Jay is immediate past Board Chair of Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio in addition to serving as Chair of the Board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati. A native of the northside of Chicago and lifelong Cubs fan, Jay is a graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign with a degree in Broadcast Journalism.
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We look forward to working with each of the new servant leaders! |
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November Legislative Action |
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Amberley Village Council meets on the second Monday of each month. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 13 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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4th Quarter estimated payments are due by January 15, 2022. However,
since January 15 falls on a weekend and Village Administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Day, payments will be considered timely through Tuesday, January 18. Please note that payments received after Tuesday, January 18, 2022 will be subject to late fees.
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Feeding the Deer Draws Coyotes |
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Buck sightings are more common during rutting season, which continues through December |
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Village residents are reminded that one of the best ways to combat the growing number of coyote sightings is to refrain from feeding the deer.
During rutting season, it is more common to see bucks out in the open, which often prompts residents to want to draw them closer by feeding them. Unfortunately, this also draws predators closer - and closer to our homes.
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The Beyersdofer family of Amberley Village began a Winter Caring Drive in 2019 after losing their son and brother Kevin to a tragic accident at just 24 years old.
Described as having gratitude beyond his years, the family continues to honor Kevin's memory through this annual event, aimed at serving those less fortunate during the cold winter months. Amberley Village is proud to have served as a collection site for the past three years, and encourages residents to contribute by donating items from the list below. Collection dates are December 8 - 10 at the Municipal Building, which is open 24/7. Donations directly benefit Mercy Neighborhood Ministries Food Pantry and Immanuel UCC Soup Kitchen.
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4th Annual Change the Cycle Feminine Product Drive Hosted by Dispatcher Jackson |
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Accelerated Streets Program (ASP)
First Phase Complete, Planning for Farmcrest Reconstruction Underway
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Phase One of the Accelerated Streets Program (ASP) in Amberley Village is now complete, with focus now turned to the reconstruction of Farmcrest and portions of Kincaid.
A massive undertaking, the project will take Farmcrest and Kincaid down to the dirt and reconstruct roads and curbs from the bottom up. A meeting has been set for residents of these streets to review plans and provide feedback. If you believe you should have received a letter and have not, please contact the Administrative Offices at 513-531-8675.
Plans are available for review on the Village website at amberleyvillage.org, or via the link below. Full-size, hard copies will also be available at the Municipal Building at the Administration window for review.
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No Shave November Extended Through December |
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If you see our normally clean-shaven Police/Fire Department and staff looking a little scruffy this month, we wanted you to know it's for a good cause...
Amberley Village employees took part in No Shave November, which was so successful that we've extended it through the end of December. The effort is not only as a show of support for those facing cancer, but also in honor of their former co-worker who recently lost his battle with MS.
Former Police Officer/Firefighter Keith Sowder passed away in September of this year, leaving behind his wife, Brigid, and their three sons, ages 11 - 16 years old. Staff participating in No Shave November (or a jeans day on Friday for the ladies!) are contributing to a Christmas fund to help make the Sowders' first Christmas without their dad a little brighter.
We hope you'll forgive us a little scruff (or jeans!) this season, and keep the Sowder family in your thoughts and prayers during the upcoming holidays. And special thanks to those members of the community who have contributed - your generosity will mean the world to the Sowder family during this difficult time.
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Who says the women can't compete in No Shave November? Officer Andrea Alt and K-9 Creed are sporting WAY more than the guys! (l. to r. are Tony Chesney, Officer Mark Monahan, Officer Andrea Alt and Sergeant Tim Schmidtgoessling with K-9 Creed in front.)
Employees will extend No Shave November through the end of December in support of former employee Keith Sowder's family. Sowder, who lost his battle with MS earlier this year, was an Amberley Village Police Officer/Firefighter, and leaves behind a wife and three sons. This will be their first Christmas without him.
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December Banner Spreads Season's Greetings |
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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 representations of holiday celebrations across cultures, highlighting our welcoming community to people of all races and faiths. Nearly 12,000 cars pass through Amberley Village daily, and with each commuter a potential impression. |
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T-Mobile Thanks Amberley Village Police |
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A representative from T-Mobile recently stopped by to thank our Amberley Village Police Officers with "Hangry Kits" that included handy grab-and-go snacks and treats. It's always nice to be recognized - especially when it involves food! Sergeant Tim Schmidtgoessling is pictured at left, Officer Andrea Alt at right, and T-Mobile representative at center. |
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Sergeant Gehring Graduates Police Executive Leadership College |
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Amberley Village Police Sergeant Brandon Gehring recently graduated from the Police Executive Leadership College (PELC), which works to develop dynamic, visionary leaders to effectively serve and protect our communities. Gehring, along with 27 colleagues from police departments from around the State of Ohio, gathered in Dublin, Ohio for a ceremony and celebration of their accomplishment.
PELC's mission is "to provide unique and innovative leadership education geared toward today's demands and tomorrow's needs." With the support of Chief Wallace (shown in photo on the right), who is an avid proponent of furthering education and leadership development, Gehring (pictured left) made the commitment to the intensive program, which included 105 class hours over three weeks.
"I'm always proud when our officers take advantage of opportunities that will not only make them better at their jobs, but also strengthen our department and the community as a whole," says Chief Wallace.
Congratulations to Sergeant Gehring, and keep up the great work!
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Amberley Village Police and Chaplain
Celebrate Local Street Named for Jewish Leader
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The City of Cincinnati recently held a special event to unveil the new honorary street name, The Lubavitcher Rebbe Way. Members of Cincinnati City Council spoke, as well as local senior shliach Rabbi Sholom Ber Kalmanson and Rabbi Gershon Avtzon, who said the street name would be a reminder of the example set by the Rebbe. The sign was then unveiled by Amberley Village resident and Police Chaplain, Rabbi Mendy Kalmanson. The new street sign is on the corner between the Lubavitch Shul and Lubavitch Yeshiva at Reinhold Drive off of Section Road. |
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Above, left to right: Senior Shliach Rabbi Sholom Ber Kalmanson, Rabbi Gershon Avtzon with Officer Chris Fritch, AVPD Champlain Rabbi Mendy Kahlmanson and Sergeant Mike Koenig at the dedication of The Levabitcher Rebbe Way just outside Amberley Village in Roselawn. |
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Natural Gas Aggregation Rates
Locked In Ahead of Winter
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With rising natural gas prices throughout this year, the Village of Amberley has locked the community choice natural gas aggregation rate in with a fixed rate of $6.62 per MCF beginning this December through the end of the current aggregation contract in October 2022.
The Village’s electric and natural gas aggregation consultant, Affordable Gas + Electric (AGE), advised the Village that due to increased gas prices throughout the US and abroad it was in our best interest to have a fixed rate for this winter.
Natural gas prices have doubled in 2021 due to tight supplies of natural gas domestically and abroad, while experiencing increasing demand throughout this year. The tight supplies coupled with forecasts for colder than normal temperatures this winter have many expecting heating costs this winter to surge further.
“We know natural gas prices are going to be volatile this winter,” said Jordan Haarmann, VP of Procurement for AGE. “We advised our communities that locking rates for the remainder of the current contracts will help keep heating costs down for residents this winter who participate in the natural gas aggregation program.”
The current natural gas aggregation contract for the Amberley Village is serviced by IGS Energy. If a resident is not enrolled in the natural gas aggregation program they can contact AGE at 618-203-8328 to enroll.
The Village’s electric aggregation program is currently served by Dynegy and offers a fixed rate of $0.0493/kWh. The electric contract began in August 2021 and runs through August 2023. Residents not currently enrolled in the electric program can contact Dynegy at (888) 682-2170 to request to be added to the program.
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Local Congregations Bring Thanksgiving
to On-Duty Officers
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On Thanksgiving morning, more than a hundred members, including many children, from Congregations Zichron Eliezer and Sha’arei Torah (CZE and CST) in Amberley village crowded into the Amberley Municipal Building to bring a holiday meal to on-duty village police officers. The feast was prepared in family homes over the previous twenty-four hours. The delectable treats included everything from potato kugel, green beans and fried rice to fruit salad, yams, green salads, and apple cobbler. There were also plenty of store-bought doughnuts. Later in the afternoon, other congregants brought smoked turkey to the tables already laden with culinary delights in the small dining area in the rear of the police station.
Amberley Village has a relatively small police department. Only six officers were on duty on Thanksgiving. Six more officers, along with some Amberley firefighters, would enjoy the leftovers the following day. Amberley Police Sergeant Mike Koenig called the banquet “awesome”. “Unfortunately we have to work on Thanksgiving; and we’d rather be with our families. But we know we have to keep the community safe and that comes with the job and its responsibilities. But we’re very fortunate to be here.” Koenig added, “the whole Jewish community do (sic) a tremendous job and we’re very thankful that they think of us today and provide us this wonderful meal. A lot of times we hear residents say that they’re fortunate they live and they work in Amberley Village. But we say the same thing. We’re fortunate as police officers to work in such a great community that supports us and can think of us on Thanksgiving.” Koenig said it’s hard to fathom the amount of love and appreciation that the Jewish congregations show for their police officers.
Amberley Officer Delarisco Sumler said he has worked for other police departments but has never experienced the community bringing in an entire Thanksgiving feast to thank the police. “It’s an awesome thing to see and to witness.” He added “It’s definitely a sign from the community that we’re appreciated. This year marks the twelfth time that they have prepared Thanksgiving meals for Amberley Police. Last year the annual tradition was interrupted by the COVID pandemic, when members of the congregations had to settle for placing signs of appreciation on the lawn of the Village Municipal Building on Ridge Road.
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-Article and photo collage (below) courtesy of American Israelite Online- |
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Top left to right are: Sergeant Mike Koenig, congregants with Sgt. Koenig,
Bottom left to right are: Sgt. Koenig eating a donut Officer Delarisco Sumler.
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K9 Creed in the Community |
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Most residents are aware that Amberley Village has its own K-9 Unit. Officer Andrea Alt and Creed are an actively present team at most Village functions. But did you know that Officer Alt and Creed are requested in other communities multiple times each month?
From drug sniffs to school educational programming, Officer Alt and Creed are always eager to work. And this benefits our residents by promoting community relations and encouraging reciprocity.
The gallery link below shows a striking representation of just some of what Creed's role is with the Amberley Village Police Department and out in the community.
At left, Creed is ready for his photo in the Chief's seat while Chief Wallace looks on in mock dismay.
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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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Website Spotlight: Elected Officials Page |
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New on the Village website is a page dedicated to contact information for elected officials, including local, state and federal offices. Government is meant to represent the people, so your feedback is critical to all those elected to office. Amberley Village encourages regular interaction with residents, and hopefully the links on this page will make your involvement simpler and more top-of-mind! |
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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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Holiday Package Service
Continues Through December
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Be sure and keep your holiday package deliveries safe from porch pirates with the Amberley Village Holiday Package Service! Through December, Amberley Village will accept resident deliveries at the Municipal Building at 7149 Ridge Road. Be sure to include your name on the package c/o Amberley Village Police Department.
Residents can pick up their deliveries at the Public Safety Window (to the right after entering the building) with photo ID.
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Central Corridor Pipeline Update |
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Progress on the Central Corridor Pipeline continues, with neighborhood impacts expected in December. The project is on target to be completed by the end of the month, with restoration efforts beginning in 2022. The above map outlines the streets impacted in Amberley Village. Additional traffic impact maps for neighboring communities are available on the Duke Energy website. Duke says the goal would be for the pipeline to be fully functional in February 2022. For a full progress report, click the "Learn more!" button below. Traffic impact maps and additional information are available on the Duke Energy website, which is also linked below. |
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Check Out December Options at Our Local Libraries |
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Featured Program:
Grand Opening of Deer Park Branch
Friday, December 10, 2021
10 AM to 6 PM
Deer Park
Program Description:
We’re excited to bring you your new Library!
Please join us for the grand opening of your new Deer Park Branch Library! There will be brief remarks and a ribbon cutting at 10am followed by an open house. Explore the new messy meeting room with fun activity for kids, learn more about services like Workforce Development and Homework Help, or just relax and enjoy in one of our many open soft seating areas. Sweets will be served up with some fun giveaways!
The branch will be open regular business hours right after the ribbon cutting closing at 6pm.
We can't wait to show you what we've been working on for you!
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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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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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COVID-19 Cases by Zip Code |
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Click images for interactive map at Hamilton County Public Health: |
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Top row represents November numbers by Zip Code,
with maps below representing totals to date for December by Zip.
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Amberley Village encourages all residents age 12 and up to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Visit the links below for information regarding vaccine availability and scheduling. Numbers by zip code are also available via the Hamilton County Public Health button below.
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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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Amberley Village 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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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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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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