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| | This Month in Amberley Village | | Stay Current with Calendar & Video | | Amberley Village Council meetings are also available via podcast! Check out the latest on your favorite platform below, and catch up on Village business! | | |
Administration & Maintenance
Regular Hours 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Dispatch Open
24 hours, 7 days a week
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Trash & Recycling
Regular Friday Pickup
Please check the website for updates and schedule changes
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Important Collection Reminders:
- Brush pickup continues as needed, but is no longer assigned to a particular day.
- Leaves and other yard waste can be placed in your trash receptacle for removal.
- Leaf Collection will resume in the Fall.
- Brush Collection will be paused during snow events.
- Questions? Contact the Administration Office at 513-531-8675
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Learn more about brush pickup guidelines in the video at the right; please note that Brush Collection is no longer conducted on assigned days of the week as outlined above.
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Letters like the one shown below were recently sent to residents announcing the new terms of the Village Electric Aggregation Program. If you wish to remain in the program, do nothing. The form attached at the bottom is only for those who wish to opt out. Letters from other solicitors seeking your electric business, or that do not include the Village logo, are NOT part of the Amberley Village Aggregation Program.
Questions? Contact the Village Administration Office at 513-531-8675.
| | Visitors to the Municipal Building frequently wonder where to go to find the answers they need. Reaching the right person is key to getting your questions answered quickly, and can save you time (and a few steps to boot!) Village staff maintains a message board to assist in guiding your visit, and the following guidelines are meant as a more detailed overview. As always, we're here to help! | | The Administration offices are located to the left of the entrance, where staff can assist residents with tax questions, zoning, permits and reservations for the Community Room. This is also where you'll find the Village Manager and members of our Administrative Leadership Team. They can also answer property maintenance questions and get you set up to receive Village newsletters and alerts. Administration hours are 8 am - 4 pm Monday through Friday. Questions? Call 513-531-8675. | |  | The Public Safety window is to the right of the entrance doors. Dispatchers are on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and can assist with police-related business, including court information, tickets, and alarm billing. For your convenience, Amberley Green passes and Tennis Court keys are also available here. Dispatchers can also assist with scheduling vacation home checks and safety inspections, as well as inquiries regarding the Senior Safety Program or updates to household safety information. Questions? Call 513-531-2040. | | |
Amberley Village Document Drop Box:
It's Not Just for Taxes Anymore!
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Did you know that you don't even have to get out of your car to drop off forms, documents, taxes, alarm bills or any other correspondence with the Village? Amberley Village maintains a 24/7, fully secured Document Drop Box for your convenience.
In addition to the regular 24/7 surveillance cameras, an additional GoPro camera has been added to the Drop Box site to ensure your deposit is recorded. Using the Document Drop Box is quick, safe and easy, making communicating with the Village simpler than ever!
Find out how YOU can become a "Doc Box Hero" by trying out this new karoake parody of Foreigner's "Juke Box Hero" meant to inspire residents to utilize the Village Document Drop Box!
| | Welcome Officer Dan Lattire! | | Amberley Village recently hired a new full-time officer, who was sworn in at the June meeting of Council. Officer Lattire joins Amberley Village from the City of Reading, where he served more than 20 years, most recently as a Lieutenant. He also served with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Department. Below, Mayor Bob Rosen (left) conducts Officer Lattire's Oath of Office Ceremony, while his wife Jennifer and their grandchildren look on. | |
"STAY BRIGHT AT NIGHT" & AVPD Campaigns
Highlight Pedestrian Nighttime Safety
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Pre-K students at Cincinnati Hebrew Day School recently explored the importance of signs in the community, including how many signs are designed to help keep us safe. The students partnered with fourth grade girls to teach them the elements of effective sign design, and worked with them to promote a new safety campaign which utilizes reflective belts to increase pedestrian visibility at night. The students' ideas were brought to life through a partnership with a professional graphic designer, and resulted in the sign featured above. As part of the project, each of the students' families were given a reflective belt courtesy of the Orthodox Union, and a sign for display at home.
Meanwhile, Amberley Village Police Department was simultaneously developing its own Pedestrian Safety Campaign, also featuring reflective belts. In partnership with Golf Manor Police Department and SAFE Cincinnati, Amberley Village was able to purchase a large quantity of belts to ensure that everyone has access to their own free and effective pedestrian safety solution.
"We have distributed reflective belts in the past," says Chief Richard Wallace, "and they have proven very effective in increasing the visibility of pedestrians to motorists at night." This is particularly important in the Village where there are no sidewalks, and many residents wear dark clothing while walking, particularly on the Sabbath.
Residents interested in the free reflective safety belts are encouraged to stop by the Amberley Village Police Department (to the right, just inside the Municipal Building Entrance). The reflective belts are courtesy of the Amberley Village and Golf Manor Police Departments in conjunction with SAFE Cincinnati, and are available by request free of charge at the Public Safety window in the Municipal Building, or from any Police Officer on duty.
| | Summer Property Maintenance | | |
Amberley Village reminds residents of the importance of year-round property maintenance (see wheel graphic above), but summer maintenance is especially important as more people are outside, grass grows more quickly, and neighbors are more likely to entertain guests in their yards. Regular upkeep demonstrates respect for both your property and your neighbors and helps keep Amberley Village properties at peak value. It also saves taxpayer dollars by preventing the need for staff time and follow up costs required to address violations.
Take a moment to review property maintenance requirements for the Village to ensure your property is in compliance with the Property Maintenance Code (see link below). Not only will you create a more comfortable space to spend time in, you, your neighbors - and your wallet! - will reap the benefits!
| | Amberley Village Bike Safety Fair Recap | | | | |
Amberley Village held its 13th annual installment of the Bike Safety Fair, held at the Mayerson JCC on Sunday, June 22. More than 50 children attended the event and were fitted and provided with a free bike helmet, and were guided through the bike safety course. An additional 20 helmets were provided to families who attended without their children, and three brand new bicycles were raffled off.
The event was coordinated by Officer Andrea Alt with the support of Sergeant Mike Koenig, Officer Nick Mercer, the Village Maintenance Department, and Dispatchers Patty Earls and Sophia Sidley.
Councilmembers Keely Paul, Dara Wood and Rich Bardach also assisted at the event, along with Jane Ward, Christa Carter, Sgt. Koenig's granddaughter Leela, K9 Creed and partners from Safe Cincinnati.
A special thanks to the Mayerson JCC for the use of their facility, and all those who attended to make the 2025 Bike Safety Fair a great success!
| | Amberley Village Health & Wellness Series | | Amberley Village Health & Wellness Series has now held three information sessions, with the final session scheduled for July 30 from 6 - 7:30 pm. The final session includes a hands-on activity to allow participants to learn first-hand what it feels like to have dementia, and therefore requires registration to participate. | | |
PLEASE NOTE:
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR SESSION #4!
| | 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. | | Let Us Help You With Your Block Party! | | |
Many Village neighborhoods hold annual parties, often during the summer months. Amberley Village offers services to assist in making your event a success! Permits for block parties are highly recommended, as they allow Village employees and safety personnel to coordinate timing with other events, as well as provide valuable resources, such as road blocks, on-site vehicle visits for the kids if requested, and even a friendly visit from one of our Officers! If approved, the Maintenance Department will drop off and pick up road block signage for your street both before and after your party.
For more information, fill out the application below and submit it to the Village Administration Office, or call 513-531-8675.
| | Show Your Village Spirit at This Year's Block Party with Custom Apparel! | | |
The Amberley Village Online Spirit Shop offers more than just apparel! With a wide variety of gift ideas to help residents show their Amberley Village pride, our spirit shop is powered by Rokkitwear featuring 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!
| | Employee Service Recognitions | Congratulations to the following Village employees who were recognized for milestone service years at the June meeting of Council. The Employee Recognition Program is an opportunity to publicly recognize staff for their dedication to the Village, and to highlight the culture of servant leadership and commitment we are fortunate to employ here in Amberley Village. Thanks to each of them, and all our staff, for the important work they do! | | |
Mayor Rosen recognizes Lt. Tim Schmidtgoessling
for 20 years of service with Amberley Village
Police Department.
| | Mayor Rosen congratulates Josh Caudill for 20 years of service with Amberley Village Maintenance Department. | | Mark Monahan (right) is recognized for 20 years of service with the Police Department. | | Mayor Rosen presents Dispatcher Darlene Warden her certificate for 10 years of service to the Village. | | Officer Delarisco Sumnler is congratulated by Mayor Rosen for his 10 years of service to the Police Department. | | Yoga & Pickleball Updates | | |
PICKUP PICKLEBALL
Amberley Village WeTHRIVE! Health & Wellness Committee is proud to host the return of Tuesday Night Pickup Pickleball. Join fellow Village pickleball enthusiasts from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday evenings (starting in May) through August. In case of inclement weather, Pickleball will be held at the Mayerson JCC. Pickup Pickleball is free and open to the public.
For more information, contact: AVWeThrivePball@gmail.com
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YOGA IS BACK!
The Mayerson JCC and the Amberley Village WeTHRIVE! Health & Wellness Committee will again collaborate to bring you free Yoga on the Lawn classes on Thursdays from June 5 - August 28, 2025 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm.
All levels are welcome. Please meet in the grassy area between the Tennis Courts and the Ball Fields in Amberley Village Municipal Park at the intersection of Ridge and Section Roads.
Parking is available at the Municipal Building Lot and by the Ball Fields. Dress for yoga and bring your yoga mat, water bottle and a towel. Yoga on the Lawn is FREE and open to the public.
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Amberley Village staff are already well into planning for this year's Ice Cream Social, which is scheduled for August 17 from 1 - 4 pm at the Municipal Building Grounds at 7149 Ridge Road. Be sure and mark your calendar to find out the exciting new additions to our event this year, including spectacular giveaways, Child IDs and safety information, a new shuttle service, and more!
Volunteers are always needed to pull off an event of this size, and we just continue to grow each year! Consider sharing your time and talent by signing up for a shift at this year's Ice Cream Social. Volunteers receive a free t-shirt, and all the ice cream, Kona Ice and hot dogs you can eat! Just click the Volunteer! button below, and we'll send out instructions shortly before the event. And while you're clicking, take a look at last year's event photos - both from the ground and the sky!
| | Tree Donation Program Promotes Tree Diversification & Increases Tree Canopy | | Pictured above, a Kwanzan Cherry Tree donated by Village employees to commemorate Mayor Tom Muething's years of service. | | |
Did you know that our Tree Donation Program includes a wide variety of native tree species?
Amberley Village offers a meaningful and lasting way to commemorate a loved one, thank a neighbor for their service, or celebrate a significant achievement or milestone. But it also allows residents to leave a personalized legacy while promoting tree diversification in the Village and increasing our tree canopy.
Staff select the variety and location of the tree to ensure diversification and maximize growing conditions
Find out more about options and costs below, or contact Carolyn Wallis at
513-531-8675 or email her at cwallis@amberleyvillage.org for additional information.
| | Upcoming Village Council Meeting | | |
Amberley Village Council meets on the second Monday of each month (unless there is a conflict). The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 14 at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers at the Municipal Building, located at 7149 Ridge Road.
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. Speakers for the public hearing may also sign up in Chambers prior to the start of the meeting.
Copies of the agenda and council packet are posted on the website by noon on the day of each meeting via the Agendas and Minutes button, or by clicking the button below:
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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!
| | The Latest from the Library | | |
Whether your favorite library is Deer Park, Reading, Pleasant Ridge, Blue Ash or Bond Hill, our local libraries are an excellent resource for kids and adults alike! Amberley Village E-News makes it easy for you to check out library programming for the upcoming month via the button below.
For more information regarding the Featured Program, click on the Featured Program block below.
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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:
amberleyphotos@gmail.com
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| | Share E-News with a friend | | Join us on Nextdoor, YouTube & Facebook | | Amberley Village Council (l. to r.): Back row: Jay Shatz, Keely Paul, Richard Bardach, Dara Wood and Adam Frankel; Front row: Vice Mayor Ben Hunt & Mayor Bob Rosen | | | | |
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.
Even easier, visit our website and just click on the links to reach your elected officials!
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