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Arbor Day Tree Planting Event – April 30

Posted on April 22, 2021

Children are invited to participate in an Arbor Day Celebration with local leaders at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, April 30, at Wilson Park near the pool entrance. The children will help plant a tree while Mayor Jeff Sanner reads a city proclamation. The mayor and children will be joined by other City Council and City...

New Tax Filing Deadline in West Carrollton

Posted on April 14, 2021

The city of West Carrollton has extended its income tax filing deadline in response to state and federal tax filing deadline extension announcements. The city will extend the date to file 2020 City Income tax returns to June 15, 2020. “While there is an extension to the deadline, we strongly encourage individuals to file their...

Part-time Events Coordinator, Seasonal Positions Still Available

Posted on April 13, 2021

The city is hiring for a part-time events coordinator and for several seasonal positions in the Parks Department and Service Department. The events coordinator will be responsible for planning and coordinating special events, recreational programs and activities community-wide. This position is 15-20 hours per week year-round and the individual must be available some evenings and...

City-wide Garage Sale & Large Item Pickup Scheduled

Posted on April 1, 2021

The first of two West Carrollton city-wide garage sales is scheduled for Saturday, May 1. West Carrollton residents may register their sale online at no cost here, by emailing recprogram@westcarrollton.org or calling (937)847-4635.  Please provide a name, address and phone number. The sale will be advertised online, on social media and the City website. The City also provides a list of...

Seasonal, Part-time & Full-time Jobs Available

Posted on March 19, 2021

The City of West Carrollton is currently hiring for a number of positions in the Service Department, Parks Department and Planning Department. In the Parks Department "our most urgent need is to fill lifeguard positions. We are excited about opening the pool this year for its full season. Of course, any applicable state or county...

March Events in the Parks Department

Posted on March 4, 2021

The Parks Department has planned two new events for March. Children and adults can make beautiful Sand Art crafts Saturday, March 13, and a Spring Nature Walk along the trail in Hintermeister Park is scheduled for Saturday, March 20. Two sessions will be available for the Sand Art program where you will create unique designs...

Fraudulent Unemployment Benefits Claims on the Rise

Posted on February 5, 2021

Residents and employees in the city of West Carrollton are among the victims of a nationwide unemployment benefits fraud scheme. Unfortunately, the Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in an increase in scams and fraudulent activity. Many have had their identities used to file fraudulent unemployment claims in both the traditional unemployment and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance programs....

Parks Department Seasonal Maintenance & Summer Pool Positions Available

Posted on February 2, 2021

Applications are now available for students, teachers and others looking for a seasonal summer position with the city of West Carrollton in the parks and recreation department. Available positions for Wilson Park Pool include life guards, admissions and concession workers. The pool will be open Saturday, May 29 through Monday, Sept.6. The pay range for...

Dog License Sales Available at the Civic Center

Posted on January 5, 2021

A representative from the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center (ARC) will be in the Civic Center Lobby, 300 E. Central Ave., from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, and Thursday, Jan. 28, to sell 2021 dog licenses. All dogs over the age of three months are required to be licensed. The cost is $20...

Parks Department Annual Painting Party Jan. 9

Posted on December 30, 2020

The Parks Department is hosting its annual Painting Party event on Saturday, January 9, at the Civic Center. Two sessions will be available this year as there will be a limited number of participants in each session to maintain social distancing requirements. Session one will be 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Session two will be...

Seeking Volunteers for City Boards and Commissions

Posted on December 30, 2020

Several of our city departments depend on residents to serve our community on either commissions or boards. Volunteering for one of these groups is a great way to interact with fellow residents and help shape the future of the city. The city currently has vacancies for the following volunteer opportunities: Planning Commission, Personnel Appeals Board...

Holiday Information: Civic Center Closed & Trash Delays

Posted on December 18, 2020

The Civic Center offices at 300 E. Central Ave. will be closed Thursday and Friday, December 24-25, and Friday, January 1. Trash and recycling collection for West Carrollton residents will be delayed one day on pickups regularly scheduled for Friday, December 25, and Friday, January 1. (Friday pickups will be Saturday in both cases.) The...

Thanksgiving Holiday – City Offices Closed

Posted on November 24, 2020

  West Carrollton city offices are closed Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27, in observance of Thanksgiving. Police, Fire and Emergency Medical Services will be fully operational during this time. For emergencies call 911. For non-emergencies call (937) 859 - 3688. Trash pickup will be delayed one day both Thursday and Friday. For November...

Civic Center Services Unchanged – Senior Center Reservations Suspended

Posted on November 19, 2020

The city of West Carrollton is closely monitoring developments as the Ohio Department of Health’s ‘statewide curfew’ goes into effect Thursday, Nov. 19, as well as Dayton Montgomery County Public Health’s ‘stay at home’ health advisory. The city of West Carrollton’s Civic Center remains open for business; and staff are available to the community in...

Senior Housing Development Opportunity

Posted on November 16, 2020

West Carrollton City Council is considering and expected to approve an ordinance allowing the City to enter into a sales agreement with MVAH Partners LLC (MVAH) for 5.3 acres of land at 1450 Elm St. MVAH plans to purchase the land to build a Senior Housing Development with an as yet to be determined number...

Holiday Events

Posted on November 13, 2020

The city of West Carrollton’s holiday programs are changing this year to due current restrictions and guidelines in place per the Ohio Department of Health. The annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest continues but, with a few twists. The contest is going virtual as all decorating will be completed at home with photos then being submitted...

West Carrollton Police Department Presented Gift by U.S. Army

Posted on October 22, 2020

The West Carrollton Police Department was recently presented with a gift from United States Army Sergeant Robert Citarella III. Sgt. Citarella is the brother of West Carrollton Police Officer Paige Callahan. Ofc. Callahan has been with the West Carrollton Police Department for 17 months. Her brother, Sgt. Citarella, is third generation military in their family...

October Community Events

Posted on October 1, 2020

The city of West Carrollton has three new events for the month of October and one that will continue as planned. In place of this year’s Monster Mash, the city will still provide 400 free pumpkins and goodie bags to children in the area with a ‘drive-thru’ Pumpkin Pickup. The pickup location will be located...

FREE Dog Microchipping Event

Posted on September 23, 2020

  The West Carrollton Police Department is partnering with the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center to host a free dog microchipping event Saturday, October 17, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Civic Center, 300 E. Central Ave., West Carrollton, OH 45449. The event is for West Carrollton residents only and there are a...

City-wide Garage Sale & Bulk Pickup

Posted on September 17, 2020

The second West Carrollton city-wide garage sale is set for Saturday, October 3. The City will provide each participant with the Ohio Department of Health’s COVID-19 Garage Sale Checklist (found here.) The practices outlined in the checklist are encouraged so that everyone remains as safe as possible. Participants can register their address online, by emailing...

Water Main Upgrade

Posted on August 26, 2020

Construction on a new, upgraded water main is slated to begin the week of August 31. The project will be completed in two phases. This project is a continuation of the City’s ongoing plan to upgrade undersized water mains. Phase one will include the area on N. Elm St. from Central Ave. to Main St....

Census Van Coming to West Carrollton Aug. 20

Posted on August 10, 2020

The City of West Carrollton is working with the U.S. Census Bureau, the Dayton-Montgomery County Complete Count Committee and the West Carrollton Branch of the Dayton Metro Library to help increase census response rates in the city. Approximately 69% of West Carrollton residents have already filled out their forms, but we know we can do...

Upcoming Kids Events: Bike Rodeo & Gnome Home Building

Posted on July 23, 2020

The Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a Bike Rodeo for children ages four to 11 years old. Children can practice their biking skills on several courses set up throughout Wilson Park. The West Carrollton Police Department will be available for safety checks and to provide safety tips. The Bike Rodeo will be held...

Virtual Chalk Art Contest & Campout

Posted on July 14, 2020

Let’s get creative. The City of West Carrollton is holding a Chalk Art Contest for children and adults. The City would like to see kids and adults alike show off their art skills by creating chalk art on their own driveways, sidewalks or patios. The City is asking for residents to submit a photo of...

Fireworks Information for Citizens

Posted on June 29, 2020

The City of West Carrollton would like to provide its citizens with detailed information regarding fireworks displays. It is our hope that all holiday celebrations this coming weekend, July 3-5, are enjoyable as well as injury free. Current Ohio law states that the only items that can legally be purchased by the public AND used...

Elm St. Bridge Final Phase to Open Mid-July

Posted on June 24, 2020

The final phase of the Elm St. bridge reconstruction project begins Monday, July 6. This phase is expected to last approximately two weeks with the bridge opening to all traffic on or about July 20. During these last weeks, Gibbons Rd. will be open in one direction from Alex Rd. to Elm St. Elm St....

City Trash Collection Postponed June 17

Posted on June 17, 2020

Trash collection for Wednesday, June 17, has been postponed. The City anticipates trash service to resume as normal on Thursday, June 18, with all routes for both Wednesday and Thursday being completed. Friday’s service will remain on schedule. Two employees at the City of West Carrollton have tested positive for Covid-19. Per CDC protocols, the...

Park Shelter & Senior Center Reservations Resume June 12

Posted on June 10, 2020

The city of West Carrollton will resume taking reservations for shelters at city parks and the Senior Center beginning Friday, June 12, 2020. West Carrollton residents only will be able to make reservations from June 12 to June 21. Non-residents will be able to begin reserving shelters and the Senior Center Monday, June 22, 2020....

Community-Wide Garage Sale Rescheduled for June 27

Posted on May 26, 2020

The West Carrollton city-wide garage sale has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 27. The City will provide each participant with the Ohio Department of Health’s COVID-19 Garage Sale Checklist (located here.) The practices outlined in the checklist are encouraged so that everyone remains as safe as possible. Participants can register their address online here or...

Wilson Pool Closed for 2020 Season

Posted on May 21, 2020

The City of West Carrollton will keep Wilson Park Pool located at 1226 S. Elm St. closed in 2020. “This has been a difficult decision as we know the pool is a very popular part of our community,” said City Manager Brad Townsend, “but, we took a holistic approach to determining what was best for...