Amberley Village has been regularly updating its hillside messaging all year to reflect important themes and timely topics. This month, we feature our upcoming Ice Cream Social. Neighbors in Amberley Village and surrounding communities are invited to come see "The Greatest Show on Earth" as we host a unique "Under the Big Top" Drive-Thru experience you won't want to miss! Learn more at the link below!

Amberley Village welcomes several new auxiliary officers, two of whom were sworn in at the July Regular Meeting of Council. Shown above (l. to r.) are Auxiliary Officer Alex Price, Chief Richard L. Wallace and Auxiliary Officer Jamie Byrd.

Amberley Village received its 17th annual recognition as a Tree City USA municipality in 2020. Since COVID-19 prevented a formal ceremony, the City of Montgomery, which was scheduled to host the event, sent out congratulatory packets and plaques. These were presented at the July meeting of the Amberley Village Council, marking its first in-person meeting since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Amberley Village pickleball players rejoice - our two pickleball courts, which were striped for pickleball last spring, have grown in popularity! Regular groups meet and play on the courts, which have been adapted to accommodate both tennis and pickleball players.

Use of the courts is available to the public, but requires key card access which is available at a reduced rate for Amberley Village residents. Guests can be admitted to the courts when accompanied by a card-holder, and key cards can be purchased on a two-year cycle with a pro-rated cost during the second year. Card prices range from $35 - $70 for residents and $50 - $100 for non-residents, with fees from card sales helping to offset maintenance expenses and court supplies.

We've also added a new feature to the site which allows residents to download and view Committee agendas and packets prior to public meetings of each of the committees as listed above. These can be found under the Government tab on the website banner under INFO SEARCH/Council & Committee Agendas.

This new feature will allow residents to stay apprised of issues as they arise in the Village. Committee meetings are announced via public notice, which appear on the website calendar, Village posting boards (located at the Municipal Building, and on Sagamore, Knoll, Willowbrook and Fair Oaks Drives), or by signing up to receive them via email (see button below). It's easier than ever to stay involved in your Village government! Questions? Comments? Contact Clerk of Council Tammy Reasoner at 531-8675 or at tpreasoner@amberleyvillage.org.

Residents of Amberley Village are fortunate in that our location is nearly an epicenter for summer and autumn Farmers' Markets. We've gathered information on a few of the closest, and included them in this issue of the Amberley e-News to ensure you don't miss out on any of the fresh produce in our area. Celebrate National Farmers Market Week with a visit to one of the many offerings nearby!

The linked article, submitted by the Amberley Village Human Rights Commission, outlines background regarding the specific Land Acknowledgment statement recommended for consideration as follows: "As a step toward honoring the truth and achieving healing and reconciliation with those Indigenous Peoples who were affected most by colonization and broken treaties, we acknowledge the traditional Shawnee and Myamia (Miami) lands on which we now stand, and on which the Village of Amberley was built."

While elections are still a few months away, it's never too early to start thinking about your voter registration. The Hamilton County Board of Elections offers an online registration check to ensure your registration is up-to-date. The site also offers a Frequently Asked Questions section and options for registering online.

Questions? Contact Tax Administrator Jenny West at 531-0130 or taxoffice@amberleyvillage.org

Amberley Village Community Garden is more than just a designated plot of gardens. It's a community of people sharing their love of gardening and bringing joy to those who walk at Amberley Green.

The photo at left depicts one of many sunflowers growing in the Garden, which also yields tomatoes, lettuce, zucchini, peppers, pumpkin, squash, and many other varieties of vegetables. Many growers have also planted flowers to add color, as well as garden flags and other decorations to help their plot stand out.

The Community Garden is a first-come, first-served resource, open to the public, with preference given to current plot-holders. Advantages include deer fencing, sustainable water, and a chemical-free growing environment. Look for sign-up information in early 2022!

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!

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.

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!

Postcards were recently mailed out to residents regarding the increasing number of Property Maintenance violations, which included a summer checklist of some of the most reported violations throughout the Village. Residents are reminded that the Village requires properties to appear neat and uncluttered when viewed from the street, and in no way present a nuisance or health hazard to neighbors or the public. For complete definitions and details, see the Property Maintenance Code.

While direct communication with neighbors is always encouraged, if you observe a poorly kept house or yard, you can also contact the Village Administration via email or call 531-8675, and they will handle it from there. For additional information regarding Amberley Village's Property Maintenance procedures, visit our website.

Amberley Village was recently recognized by Hamilton County Public Health for its efforts in assisting during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Residents will recall the regular communication regarding changes in policy, as well as two on-site vaccination events which the Village partnered with Hamilton County Public Health to make available to the public.

Amberley continues its commitment to our residents as developments in policy regarding COVID-19 evolve. Please continue reading for updates on the mask policy in indoor public spaces as recommended by CDC guidelines.

As mentioned in our last issue of e-News, all public meetings will be held in person after the authority for Ohio local governments to hold virtual public meetings expired on July 1.

Residents are invited to attend public meetings, and masks will now be required for all attendees. While the Municipal Building had only been requiring masks for those not fully vaccinated, both the CDC and Hamilton County Public Health have updated their recommendations due to the county's status change to a "Substantial Transmission" area. This means Hamilton County has seen more than 50 cases per 100,000 population in the past seven days.

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.

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.

Order: Through September 3rd

Pick Up: Saturday, September 25th from 10am - 2pm

Pick Up Locations: Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve & Sharon Woods

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.

Even easier, visit our website and just click on the links to reach your elected officials!