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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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It's August Already, Amberley Village! |
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Administration & Maintenance
Administration Offices Open
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Dispatch Open
24 hours, 7 days a week
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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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Accelerated Streets Program (ASP) Updates |
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ASP Update: Farmcrest - Kincaid Project |
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Above: Street markings outline where excavation will take place to prepare for installation of a new storm water system.
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Farmcrest Reconstruction
Work has begun on the storm water infrastructure replacement near the intersection of North and South Farmcrest Drive, with excavation and installation of a manhole and pipe on the property at 3109 North Farmcrest. Plans to install the storm water system on South Farmcrest have been redirected to install the system on North Farmcrest first as a precaution in case of heavy rains. The storm water system will be installed on South Farmcrest once installation on North Farmcrest is complete.
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Stormwater sewers along North & South Farmcrest were old, crumbling and potentially hazardous to children and animals in the neighborhood, not to mention unsightly. |
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The new stormwater catch basins, which are part of the road project, offer better security, wider access points, and are connected to a brand new stormwater system. |
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Road crews mark out sections of roadway to prepare for installation of new stormwater infrastructure. |
Once the road is cut, workers are able to utilize equipment to loosen the pavement and dig up the asphalt for removal. |
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Crews work together from both inside the truck and with shovels on the ground to clear the way for new stormwater drains. Residents are encouraged to drive slowly and with caution through construction areas to ensure safety for both construction workers and residents alike. Crews are making every effort to keep accessibility limitations to a minimum throughout the process. |
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Ford Development has completed the stormwater project at 3109 S. Farmcrest, the replacement of the stormwater infrastructure (stormwater pipes, catch basin, and manholes) on Noth Farmcrest, and approximately half of the stormwater infrastructure installed on South Farmcrest.
Weather permitting, Ford will finish the stormwater infrastructure on S. Farmcrest on or around August 12. Once this section is completed, they will replace the two catch basins and piping and add two additional catch basins and piping at 3174 N. Farmcrest Drive. This installation will take approximately a week. Following this installation, the crews will begin installing three catch basins at the intersection of S. Farmcrest and Kincaid and the stormwater pipes and manhole south of the creek at 8536 Kincaid Road. This portion of the project will take approximately two weeks.
The new GCWW water main will be installed by Nemann and is scheduled to begin the second week of September and take approximately 12 weeks to complete.
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Bluegrass, Elbrook & Meadowridge Project
The water main and fire hydrants have been installed, and flushing of the new system took place this past week. Nemann connected the new water main on Elbrook (south of Section Road), Bluegrass and Meadowridge to the water main on Section Road and began residential services Monday, August 1. The residential services are expected to take 5 to 6 weeks to complete. Residents will experience several disruptions in water service as the homes are connected to the new water main. GCWW will inform residents before shutting off water to make the connections.
Rack & Ballauer was scheduled to begin the concrete and catch basin repair during the week of August 1. However, due to delays in the water main installation, the resurfacing project will be rescheduled until later in August.
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Amberley Village Welcomes Dara Wood to Council; Swears in New Vice Mayor |
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Amberley Village welcomes Dara L. Wood as its newest councilmember, effective July 11, 2022 following her Oath of Office Ceremony at the regular meeting of council. Ms. Wood replaces former Vice Mayor Natalie Wolf as District B council representative (see isolated district map at right).
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Ms. Wood has lived in the Village for the past 20 years, and has also worked at Adath Israel in Amberley Village for more than 15 years. Her professional background includes education, strategic planning, administration and organization, as well as donor relations, marketing and public relations, grant writing and fundraising and program development. Councilmember Wood holds a bachelor of science in elementary education, as well as a graduate certificate in Jewish education, both from the University of Cincinnati.
Ms. Wood has been actively involved in the community, with service to Amberely Village, Cincinnati Jewish Educator’s Council, Kids4Peace, Jewish Federation, Adath Israel and Jewish Teen Collective among others.
Please join Amberley Village in welcoming Councilmember Wood to her new position!
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Councilmember Ben Hunt was also sworn in as the new Amberley Village Vice Mayor at the July 11 meeting of council.
The position is voted on by members of the Village Council, who unanimously supported Hunt as the new Vice Mayor.
The Oath of Office was administered by Village Solicitor Andrew Kaake during the meeting, and can be viewed on video at the link below.
Congratulations Vice Mayor Hunt!
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Above: Village Solicitor Andy Kaake swears in Dara Wood as the new District B representative (top) and
Ben Hunt (bottom) as the new vice mayor of Amberley Village.
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Employees to Be Recognized for Service Milestones |
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In recognition of the dedication and longevity of many of our Village employees, Amberley Village Manager Scot Lahrmer recently introduced a new recognition program. Employees with significant milestones are invited before Council, and presented with an award recognizing their years of service, a pin displaying one star for every 5 years with Amberley Village, and a gift card to a vendor of their choice.
Please join Amberley Village at its next meeting of Council on August 8 at 6:30 p.m. to help us congratulate the following Village personnel:
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Ryan Faehr, 5 Years
Police Officer/Firefighter
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Raven Jackson, 5 Years
Dispatcher
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Ryan Shaw, 15 Years
Police Sergeant/Firefighter
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Patty Earls, 25 Years
Dispatcher
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Congratulations to each of our honorees! |
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Chris Fritsch, 25 Years
Police Officer/Fire Captain
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Join Us in Celebrating Our Employees at the Upcoming Meeting of Council! |
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Amberley Village Council meets on the second Monday of each month. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 8 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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Craig Cappozzo Named to Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals |
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The Amberley Village Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals welcomes its newest member, Craig Cappozzo, who was appointed by Council at the July 11, 2022 meeting.
Mr. Cappozzo has been a resident of Amberley Village since 2009, and comes to the Planning Commission with background in both architecture and city planning. He has a wide range of management experience, as well as contractual, arbitration and negotiation experience. He currently serves as the Chief Executive and Chief Marketing Officer for Thriving Brands, and holds a bachelor of arts in business from the University of Kansas as well as a master of arts in business from Oline Business School at Washington University in St. Louis.
Please join Amberley Village in welcoming Craig Cappozzo to the Amberley Village Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals!
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Fire/Maintenance Crews & AVPD Lend Support
to Goshen & Miami Twps. Following Tornado Strike
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Tornado destruction left many roads looking like wilderness. |
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Damage to personal property has left many without transportation. |
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First responders from across the region provide aid to Goshen Twp. |
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Amberley Village Maintenance Crews offered assistance to our neighbors in Goshen, OH following its recent tornado strike. In a social media post just two days after the F2 tornado struck the township, Police Chief Bob Rose recognized the many surrounding communities which responded to their emergency all-call, specifically recognizing Amberley Village.
He wrote, "it has...been a powerful thing to witness so many from the region with little to no connection to Goshen offering help and resources. We quickly recognized that we weren't alone."
Nearby Miami Township was also hit and heavily impacted by the storms. Township Administrator Jeff Wright had this to say: "I sincerely appreciate the assistance that you all lent to Miami Township recently by having your Service Departments assist us with curbside brush pickup. We had over a dozen neighborhoods impacted by this month’s tornado and the quick and professional work performed by your employees were a significant help to us. Please share with all your employees that my Board of Trustees, John Musselman and me, and most importantly our residents, appreciate them. The sense of cooperation between so many of us and the service directors in our region is one of the things that I like best about our profession."
While there is still much to be done in restoring the area, Amberley Village is proud to have had a role in assisting with the immediate needs. Residents interested in learning more about how they can help are encouraged to contact the Clermont County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), which serves as the point of contact for donations and volunteers. Clermont County EMA can be reached at 513-735-8500 or via email at ClermonEMA@clermontcountyohio.gov.
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Hattenbach Scholarship Awarded |
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Top left, from l. to r.: Vice Mayor Ben Hunt, Meryl Hattenbach, Erin Vaughn and Mayor Tom Muething. Top right, Sydney Blum was unable to accept her award in person, as she currently is attending the Saint Louis University School of Medicine. |
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Amberley Village employees are benefitting from a scholarship established in the name of Amberley Village Councilmember Ed Hattenbach by his family. Mr. Hattenbach passed away from COVID-19 in January of 2021 while still serving his sixth term on council when he passed away.
To honor Ed’s memory, and to highlight his dedication to the neighborhood and his love of public service, the Hattenbach family established the scholarship fund specifically for Amberley Village employees, their spouses, children and grandchildren in furthering their education. Village Manager Scot Lahrmer, who has spent his life in public service, says he knows of no other similar type of scholarship.
On Sunday, July 17, Ed’s family awarded the first scholarship to the children of two Amberley Village law enforcement personnel, including Erin Vaughn, daughter of Officer Brian Vaughn, and Sydney Blum, daughter of Lt. Brian Blum. The presentation was held at Amberley Village Municipal Building. While the family originally planned to award one scholarship, for the inaugural year, they chose two scholarship recipients with the hope of growing the Hattenbach Scholarship in the future.
Residents interested in contributing to the Hattenbach Scholarship are encouraged to contadct the Village Administration Office at 513-531-6875 for more information. Look for details and links in future E-News publications as well as on the Village website.
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Join Officer Alt & K9 Creed for National Police Night Out Tonight, Tuesday, August 2, from 5 - 8 pm! |
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Sgts. Schmidtgoessling & Shaw
Seek Resident Feedback
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Sgts. Tim Schmidtgoessling (left) and Ryan Shaw (right) are currently working toward their Certified Law Enforcement Executive (CLEE) designations. The Certified Law Enforcement Executive coursework is a formal program of leadership training presented by the Ohio Law Enforcement Foundation for police officers (sergeant and higher rank) who are at the executive level or who wish to progress to executive levels in their agency. |
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As Sgts. Schmidtgoessling and Shaw work toward their Certified Law Enforcement Executive (CLEE) designations, they are asking residents to participate in a brief survey regarding police legitimacy and community relations to assist them in one of their courses. Your feedback will assist them in better understanding real-life responses to police-community relations issues, and will be used for academic purposes only.
The survey should take less than two minutes to complete, and responses are anonymous and solely for use by Sgts. Schmidtgoessling and Shaw in their work toward Law Enforcement Executive Certification.
Thanks in advance for your support of these officers and for your valuable opinions! Kindly complete the survey no later than Friday, August 5 at 4:00 p.m. to ensure your feedback is included.
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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has issued a warning to homeowners to be on the lookout for a wide range of warm weather scams and contractor fraud, which are on the rise.
Especially with the stormy season we've experienced, "it feels urgent to begin rebuilding your home as quickly as possible." In a flyer distributed by Yost's office it continues, "the following steps will help you avoid complications and may prevent you from losing time and money."
Take a moment to download and read the Attorney General's tips, which include contact information for the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Section in case you discover you've been victimized by a scam artist. Hopefully the information will prevent you from needing to make that call!
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Duke Energy to Raise Natural Gas Rates |
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In a letter to local government officials, Duke Energy recently announced it would be filing an application with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) to increase its natural gas rates, as well as to institute an alternative rate plan. The letter states that the "request seeks to recognize in rates Duke Energy Ohio's investments in its natural gas delivery system needed to provide safe and reliable natural gas services for our customers in southwest Ohio."
If approved by the PUCO, the new natural gas rates will take effect in 2023. Click the link below to preview the proposed rates. Questions can be directed to the Duke Energy Rates Department at 513-287-2576, or the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) at 800-686-7826 or online at https://puco.ohio.gov/help-center/contact-us. |
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August 28 Ice Cream Social is Back in Person!
Organizers Seek Volunteers
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Amberley Village Ice Cream Social is back! Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 28 from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Village Municipal Building...and we'll be in person for the first time since 2019! (see photo collage, above right) Returning are Kona Ice (below right) and United Dairy Farmers, with hot dogs, snacks and chilled beverages available for residents interested in reconnecting after quarantine.
The Ice Cream Social is hosted at no charge thanks to the generous sponsorship of residents, local businesses and the Amberley Village Police-Fire Department, Administration and Maintenance Crew.
Organizers are seeking volunteers to assist with children's activities, including a bounce house, blow up pop-a-shot and an all-new spin art booth. If you or someone you know - such as high school students in need of service hours - is interested in supporting this signature Village event, contact Tammy Reasoner at 513-531-8675 or tpreasoner@amberleyvillage.org. We'll make sure to match you with a role that meets your interests, skills, availability, or time constraints.
Whether you're volunteering, attending or helping to spread the word, be sure and support your neighborhood by participating in this year's Ice Cream Social!
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Hamilton County Conservation District
Annual Native Tree & Shrub Sale
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Order:
Through August 29th
Pick Up:
Saturday, September 10th from 10am - 2pm
All plants must be picked up on September 10th.
Cost: $23 plus tax
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The Hamilton County Conservation District is hosting its annual Native Tree and Shrub Sale. Trees and native plants can intercept and hold large amounts of water while reducing soil erosion by slowing down the speed of stormwater runoff. The Native Tree and Shrub Sale concludes on August 29th with plant pickup on September 10th from 10 am-2 pm. For additional information and to place an order visit the Conservation District website.
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How to Planting & Care for Your Event:
Thursday, September 8th from 5:30-6:30 pm
For additional information and to register for this free event click here.
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Duke Undergrounding Project Continues |
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Duke Energy continues to work toward completion of its undergrounding project, which aims to reduce the number of outages in the south part of Amberley Village. Above, residential yards on Elbrook (north of Section) are dug up and wiring installed underground. Check out more photos via the gallery below! |
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On October 17th of 2020, the President signed the National Suicide Designation Act of 2020 which establishes, in law, 9-8-8 as a universal number for mental health crises and suicide prevention. The law enables states to enact fees similar to those in place for 9-1-1 that will support the need for expanded services at the local level to receive and respond to crisis calls.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than one in ten adults in the U.S. had seriously considered suicide in the thirty days prior to a survey conducted in 2020, and four in ten adults experienced a behavioral health condition, like anxiety or depression.
The three-digit number became operational in July 2022. Individuals in crisis can also call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text “NAMI” to 741741.
As always, Amberley Village Dispatch is available 24/7. We're here to help!
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Amberley Village continues its regular updates to hillside messaging to reflect important themes and timely topics. This month, we promote our upcoming Ice Cream Social, and then feature the message of the Human Rights Committee, welcoming all to Amberley Village. The welcome banner will remain on display through mid-August, when it will be replaced with the Ice Cream Social banner. |
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Protecting our Village Ash Trees |
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Amberley Village recently treated fourteen ash trees at the Municipal Building Park. The trees, which are treated every other year, are at risk for infestation by the Emerald Ash Borer Beetle. The biennial treatments are administered like "IVs" and inject insecticide directly into the tree's trunk. The objective is to eradicate Ash Borer colonies that can go undetected beneath tree bark.
Female emerald ash borers lay their eggs on the bark of the tree. When the larvae hatch, they begin to feed beneath the bark of the tree, winding back and forth and creating S-shaped galleries. The galleries are filled with sawdust and frass (larvae excrement). This feeding cuts off the flow of water and nutrients to the upper and outer canopy of the tree, and is the eventual cause of the tree’s death.
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Residents are encouraged to look for signs and symptoms of Ash Borer Beetle infestation as outlined below: |
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Signs of an infestation:
- Crown dieback is the yellow wilting of leaves and the thinning branches at the top of the tree’s canopy.
- Vertical splits in the bark are also caused by the larvae feeding habits. Once the bark splits open, the serpentine galleries left behind by larvae can be seen.
- D-shaped holes. When the larvae become adults, the mature beetles emerge from under the bark, leaving behind D-shaped holes that are about 1/8″ in diameter.
- New sprouts on the lower portion of the tree. When a tree is experiencing crown dieback from an infestation, new growths will often sprout on the trunk or from the roots of the tree, below where the larvae are feeding. These shoots sometimes have oddly large leaves.
- Woodpeckers. Where there are emerald ash borers, there are woodpeckers feeding on their larvae. This woodpecker activity often leaves behind holes and missing strips of bark called flecking.
Amberley Village recommends relying on a reputable arborist to assist in identifying Ash Borer infestations, as well as to discuss treatment options. In some cases, a tree may need to be cut down to prevent further infestation in surrounding trees. Suggested resources for identifying the right arborist for you include asking trusted friends and neighbors, or searching localized social media platforms such as Nextdoor for referrals.
Please note, Amberley Village does not endorse or make referrals for specific services.
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Important Dates: Looking Ahead |
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August 2: 5 - 8 p.m. National Police Night Out
August 3: 7 p.m. Environmental Stewardship Committee
August 8: 6-7:30 p.m. Regular Meeting of Council
August 17: 6-7:30 p.m. Civic Garden Center Composting Class
August 28: 1-4 p.m. Ice Cream Socia
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Tuesdays through August: 6:30-8 p.m. Pickup Pickleball
Wednesdays through August 17: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Yoga on the Lawn
7:30-8 p.m. Meditation
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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, back to school is the perfect time to renew your relationship with your local library! 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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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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Summer's in Full Swing 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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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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