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Citizen Survey says: Resident Satisfaction Remains High

Posted on July 11, 2019

In April, the city of West Carrollton conducted a public opinion survey with the help of Wright State University’s Applied Policy Research Institute. The survey was conducted primarily online and by phone if requested. Mike Wiehe, director of the institute, presented a summary of the findings during the July 9 city council meeting. “We see...

Neighborhood Summer Block Parties

Posted on June 20, 2019

The City of West Carrollton will be hosting the first Neighborhood Block Party of the summer this Saturday, June 22, from 12-2 p.m. at the playground behind Harry Russell Elementary School, 123 Elementary Dr. The event will feature free hot dogs and snacks, games, ice cream, and information about various city services and events. This...

Elm Street Bridge Reconstruction Delayed Until 2020

Posted on June 14, 2019

The Elm Street Bridge reconstruction project that was expected to begin in August has been delayed until 2020. Only one contractor submitted a bid for the work, and the bid was 12 percent over budget. In hopes of reducing the costs, the city will rebid the project and plan to complete the reconstruction during the...

Boil Advisory Lifted for WC County Water Customers

Posted on May 30, 2019

Boil advisory lifted for portions of Dayton, Montgomery County and Greene County - Residents are still urged to conserve water - News Release: Shared from City of Dayton The boil advisory has been lifted for the following areas: City of Dayton low service area, Montgomery County southern system, and portions of Greene County (the Clyo...

Red Carpet Event to Kick Off Reading Challenge

Posted on May 23, 2019

A special Red Carpet event to kick off to the West Carrollton Branch of the Dayton Metro Library’s Summer Reading Challenge will be held 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 30, at the library located at 300 E. Central Ave. The event is free and open to children of all ages and their parents. Activities will include...

Memorial Ceremony Set for May 26; Help With Veterans’ Flags Appreciated

Posted on May 20, 2019

A ceremony honoring veterans will be held in West Carrollton during Memorial Day weekend.   A Memorial service, organized by the Combined Honor Guard of the local Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3438 and American Legion Post 165, will begin at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 26 with wreath-tossing ceremony at the Farmersville-West Carrollton Road Bridge,...

E. Dixie Dr. Repaving Project to Start May 16

Posted on May 15, 2019

Starting on Thursday, May 16, a section of East Dixie Drive, between the railroad overpass east of Dryden Road and Springboro Pike/S.R. 741, will be milled and repaved.   The project will require one lane closure at a time, with expected completion by Friday, May 24.   Work will include a 4-inch deep milling and...

Volunteers Needed for Community Pride Day

Posted on May 6, 2019

The City of West Carrollton’s City Beautiful Commission will host its annual neighborhood clean-up initiative, Community Pride Day, on Saturday, May 18.   The deadline to request assistance for the event is Monday, May 13.   Community Pride Day will begin at 9 a.m. May 18 at the Civic Center, located at 300 E. Central...

Free Bulk Trash Pick-Up May 6-10

Posted on May 3, 2019

During the second week of May, the service department will conduct a free large-item trash collection during May 6-10 on residents' regular collection days. The city will not pick up contractor-generated materials or remodeling materials. For more information about the bulk pick-up, please call (937) 859-8280.  

Mock Accident to Reminds Students of Dangers

Posted on April 26, 2019

The accident scene will be fictional, but the goal is to show the reality of drunk driving during a mock accident at West Carrollton High School at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 2.   Emergency responders from West Carrollton, Miami Township, Moraine police and fire departments as well Miami Valley fire district, will recreate their...

AT&T Line Replacement Project Requires Closure

Posted on April 23, 2019

Starting on Monday, April 29, AT&T will be replacing a utility line that’s currently attached to the Elm Street Bridge and rerouting the line under Owl Creek.   The project, which is being completed before this summer’s Elm Street bridge replacement project begins, will require one lane of closures on Elm Street between Gibbons Road...

May Events Include Cycling, Field Trip, Jr. Fire Academy

Posted on April 16, 2019

The West Carrollton parks and recreation department will team with the Miamisburg parks and recreation department to host a Cycle de Mayo event starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 5.   Cyclists should meet at the Miami and Erie Canal Park on Marina Drive between 10 and 10:30 a.m. Goodie bags and helmets will...

PD Receives Grant to Purchase O.V.I. Goggles

Posted on April 12, 2019

On Tuesday, April 9, the West Carrollton Police Department obtained a $1,100 grant from the Independent Insurance Agents Association of Dayton to purchase a Fatal Vision Alcohol program kit.   The kit has tools that allow the department to simulate impairment at six different blood alcohol levels – depicting the potential danger during misuse of...

Arbor Day Art Contest; Tree Planting Event Coming Soon

Posted on April 8, 2019

Local children in grades kindergarten through 12th-grade are invited to participate in an Arbor Day Art Contest – aimed at celebrating the trees of Ohio.   The deadline to submit artwork, including drawings, paintings, sketches, murals or other mediums that depict the trees of Ohio, is 4:30 pm. on Monday, April 22.   Winners will...

Pre-Season Pool Passes Now Available

Posted on April 8, 2019

Discounted, pre-season Wilson Pool passes are now on available. Pre-season passes can be purchased online at: https://www.westcarrollton.org/pre-season-pool-pass-registration/ or in-person at the West Carrollton Civic Center, 300 E. Central Ave., from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. Wilson Pool will also be open for pass sales from 9 a.m. to noon, on May 11 and...

Elm Street RR Crossing Repairs Set for April 14

Posted on April 5, 2019

Representatives from Norfolk Southern Railroad recently notified the city of West Carrollton that the Elm Street rail road crossing will be closed for repairs starting on Sunday, April 14.   The repairs will include the removal of existing tracks and rubber pads, and the installation of newer tracks and pads, as well as repaving, according...

Extended Hours Offered for Local Tax Returns

Posted on April 2, 2019

The West Carrollton finance department will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday, April 12, and Monday, April 15, to assist last-minute local tax filers. “Please remember that lines can be long during this time,” said Tom Reilly, finance director. “We provide assistance for anyone who needs help with their local return,”...

City Seeks Citizen Feedback

Posted on April 1, 2019

The City of West Carrollton seeks citizen input about their perceptions of city services.   This year’s public opinion survey will be conducted online at 2019 West Carrollton CPS starting on Monday, April 1.   Participants will need to provide their street name and the day of the week that their trash is collected to...

City & Schools Agree on New TIF Agreement

Posted on March 27, 2019

During the city council meeting on Tuesday, March 26, the West Carrollton City Council approved a renegotiated tax incentive financing (TIF) compensation agreement with the West Carrollton City Schools and Miami Valley Career Technology Center. The school district and career technology center both approved the compensation agreement earlier in the month. The new agreement expands...

PD Officers Receive Awards

Posted on February 27, 2019

West Carrollton patrol officers were recognized during the Feb. 26 city council meeting for the department’s annual awards. Officer John Perry received the department’s 2018 Employee of the Year Award, after being nominated separately by three of his fellow officers. He also receive the perfect attendance award, along with Officers Jared Moore and Matthew Harper....