January 12, 2024
News and information from the City of Blue Ash
Inside this issue:

  • Towne Square progress
  • Two new BAPD officers sworn in
  • Vote for therapy dog Licorice!
  • Metro Route 5 now takes you right to Summit Park
  • Enjoy a new book in the Nature Park Story Walk
  • Events and important dates
Towne Square progress
Progress is being made in the Towne Square Renovation project in downtown Blue Ash!
 
The parking lot is in place and the parking lot connector has been reestablished between the City parking lot and the Park Pour parking lot.
 
The bricks are going up on the park service/restroom building. Decorative stonework has been installed in front of Mac's Pizza. Underground utility work continues.
 
Learn more about the renovation project: www.blueash.com/townesquare
Two new Blue Ash Police Officers sworn in
The Blue Ash Police Department has two new police officers.

Dane Billingsley (top photo) was sworn in on Monday, January 8. He is a former Cincinnati K9 handler and SWAT team member. He will serve as a full-time officer in Blue Ash.

Matthew Fruchey (bottom photo) was sworn in on Friday, December 29. He is a retired local police chief and will serve as an Auxiliary Police Officer.
Vote for therapy dog Licorice!

Vote for the Blue Ash P.D.'s therapy dog, Licorice, in the 2024 FUR Responders Challenge!

Here’s how:

  1. Click the link: https://lightohioblue.org/2024-FUR-Responder/279/  
  2. Click the heart to vote

You can vote once per day. In May of 2024, the winners of the contest will be presented with their awards during the annual Light Ohio Blue Week kickoff ceremony that will take place in Central Ohio.

Thanks for your support!
Metro Route 5 now takes you
right to Summit Park

Metro has made some exciting changes to Route 5 in Blue Ash.

The route will now take you directly into Summit Park via Summit Place.  
Enjoy a new book in the Nature Park Story Walk
Immerse yourself in a book and the outdoors as Blue Ash Recreation presents a new book in the StoryWalk® at the Nature Park, 4337 Cooper Road.

Sneezy the Snowman by Maureen Wright will delight children of all ages!

As you stroll down the trail, you will be directed to the next page in the story and a fun outdoor activity.
Thanks for another fantastic ice rink season!
Thank you for making memories and being a part of another wonderful season at the Warm 98.5 Ice Rink presented by Medpace!

A big thank you goes out to sponsors: Warm 98.5, Medpace, Higher Gravity at Summit Park, Nanny Belle's, and Sugar n' Spice Diner.
More events and important dates
in Blue Ash
Click the links below for more information on these important dates and events. For the complete online calendar, including free fitness and additional events, click here. All events are free unless otherwise noted.
January 13: CPR/AED Class ($25)
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. North Fire Station, 10647 Kenwood Road

January 15: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
4th Quarter 2023 Est. City Taxes Due (residents/individuals)

January 25: City Council Meeting
7:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 4343 Cooper Road

February 8: City Council Meeting
7:00 p.m. Council Chambers, 4343 Cooper Road

February 10: CPR/AED Class ($25)
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. North Fire Station, 10647 Kenwood Road

February 14: Valentine's Day
Ash Wednesday

February 19: Presidents Day
City Offices Closed

4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road
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