River surfing is on the rise, and West Carrollton is just one of the few cities in the country where you can enjoy this new sport! Read this article for more on the topic: National Geographic – https://www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/article/river-surfing-midwest
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At the end of May, Economic Development Director Mike Lucking officially retired for the second time in his long, industrious career. In his nine years with the city, he was instrumental in the much-anticipated White Water Park and River District, securing the city millions of dollars in government grants to help bring this enormous project to life. Mike also greatly supported local businesses and created lasting relationships between them and the city. He was a great mentor and friend to many city staff, and the city wishes him all the best as he enjoys a well-deserved second retirement. Read this...
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Phase 1 of the long-awaited River District will begin in June. It will consist mostly of infrastructure improvements in and around the area of 1100 E. Dixie Dr. The city will be updating the public more as the project moves forward; watch for announcements on the website and social media platforms. Read this article for more on the topic: Dayton Daily News – https://www.daytondailynews.com/local/west-carrollton-river-district-projects-infrastructure-work-starts-in-june/G2I6M67HC5GL5IAZ5HDIXKC364/
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Sonic, located on E. Dixie in West Carrollton, closed its doors at the end of May. Dunkin’ is set to move into the now vacant store lot, the opening date has yet to be announced. Read these articles for more on the topic: Dayton Daily News – https://www.daytondailynews.com/local/west-carrollton-sonic-drive-in-has-closed/UXMQBAJ4PVHK3ODSOB277ZW2UI/ https://www.daytondailynews.com/what-to-know/dunkin-to-open-next-year-at-former-site-of-west-carrollton-sonic/74HJNHNG7JBRHBHPJULDDLFYYI/ WDTN – https://www.wdtn.com/news/business/dunkin-to-replace-west-carrollton-sonic/ https://www.wdtn.com/news/business/sonic-location-in-west-carrollton-permanently-closes/
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At the April 23rd council meeting, Service Director Rich Norton and Strand Associates presented traffic studies of S. Alex Rd. and Central Ave. to the council. This was strictly an informative meeting to assess cost and safety measures before these roads can be resurfaced. Read this article for more on the topic: Dayton Daily News – https://www.daytondailynews.com/local/west-carrollton-to-hear-results-of-traffic-studies-for-2-busy-roadways/A4MYK5JDHJHK5FP3CHOWVEQROI/
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The City of West Carrollton is pleased to announce Lee Jean Heller as the winner of the 2023 Plaza of Fame Award. This award has been given by the City Council since 2003 and recognizes current or former citizens who have made a unique or noteworthy contribution to making the City a better place to live. Lee Jean Heller served on the West Carrollton Fire Department as an Emergency Medical Technician from 1978 through 2001. She worked at Kettering Medical Center medical education department for 28 years, and she also volunteered with the Montgomery County Prosecutors Office, victim/witness division,...
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Parks and Recreation Director Christian Mattingly announced at the March 12th council meeting plans to construct a new dog park for our furry residents. Hintermeister Park was chosen as the location for this project. Many factors are attributed to the reasoning behind this decision, such as; open space, parking availability, shade, restrooms, and water system. The project will cost around $48,000, covering fencing, a drinking fountain, a cement pad, benches, plantings, signs, gravel, and other expenses. Fencing is projected to be completed by mid-spring (weather permitting), and the park should be open in late June. Read these articles for more...
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Ms. Amber Holloway enrolled in the Master of Public Administration program at Wright State University with the vision of becoming a city manager. She was a city planner for Vandalia and was promoted to assistant city manager during her second year as a graduate student at Wright State. She managed planning, communications, and information technology in addition to the economic and development functions. She also secured more than $1.5 million in grant funds to support business attraction and expansion. She served as a project manager on the rewrite of the city’s planning and zoning code, comprehensive plan, and rebranding project. Her extensive...
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Nancy Maybury and Mary Teegarden, mother-daughter, own the Legacy Pancake House and are purchasing Holly’s Home Cooking, located at 489 E Dixie Dr. in West Carrollton. “We are very excited to reopen Legacy Pancake House in West Carrollton,” said Maybury. “Our customers and staff have been waiting for this moment and we are excited to see some old faces and meet new ones.” Mike Lucking, economic development director for the City of West Carrollton, stated “The city is engaged with Legacy to help get them off to a fast start in the new location, but we are also reminded of...
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The West Carrollton River District and Whitewater Park’s first phases of infrastructure are set to begin this spring. The River District will feature dining and retail options, along with apartments, condominiums, and a hotel. The Whitewater Park will offer kayaking, river surfing, a lazy river feature, and more. The first phase of infrastructure work will take place in the vacant land immediately west of I-75 and south of Dixie Drive/Central Avenue. It will include a temporary road, then sidewalks, landscaping, curb, and gutter work along Manchester Road. The widening of Manchester and a revamp of the Manchester-Dixie intersection will be...
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