February 2023

Community Calendar

Village Council Video

Administration & Maintenance

Closed Monday, February 20, 2023

in Observance of President's Day

Dispatch Open

24 hours, 7 days a week

Trash & Recycling

Regular Friday Pick Up

On Schedule

Please check the website for updates and schedule changes

Brush Collection

Brush Collection continues as needed,

with one pickup per week

Snow Safety

Please keep streets and cul-de-sacs clear of cars and debris,

and trash cans out of the street to allow Crews to safely plow the roads

Please note: Brush pickup days are no longer assigned to allow for greater efficiency

Please follow the guidelines below to ensure our ability to reach all residents in a timely manner.

The highly anticipated release of the 2022 Amberley Village Highlight Reel has arrived! You won't want to miss any of this look back at all we enjoyed and accomplished over the past year. Simply click on the image above or the button below to connect to the video; these will also take you to the Village YouTube Channel, where you'll find previous Year-In-Review videos for an entertaining trip down memory lane!

February's banner (pictured above) encourages residents to pick up a free emergency preparedness guide at the Municipal Building (see article below) as part of a public safety campaign being led by the Amberley Village Police-Fire Department.

Amberley Village is focusing efforts in February to prepare residents for potential threats due to natural disasters or other emergency situations. As highlighted on our hillside banner, the Village is making FREE Emergency Preparedness Guides available to residents and neighbors just by stopping in the Village Municipal Building.

The handy guidebook (pictured at left) measures just 6" x 3.75" and easily fits inside an emergency or first aid kit, glovebox or kitchen drawer. The guide includes checklists, planning tools, terms to know, and a phone list page where you can add your personalized contact numbers, such as doctors, dentists and local hospitals.

This tiny guidebook packs a wealth of information into an easily-transportable format, and even includes website addresses for key government agencies that can provide further information and resources to help keep your family thoroughly prepared for any emergency or disaster.

Amberley Village Administration is open 8 - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday, and Amberley Village Dispatch is open 24/7. Stop in at your convenience and pick up one of these FREE handy guides - your family will thank you, and you'll be glad you did!

If you receive an unexpected email from an online service, the Police Department urges you to proceed with caution. For example, if an email states that your account with a specific company has been suspended, ask yourself the following:

• Am I one of this company’s current members?

• Did I make a recent purchase from this company?

When you suspect suspicious activity, open a web browser and visit the website of the company that sent you the email. From there, you can log into your account and verify what, if any, activity has taken place.

Remember to STOP, LOOK and THINK before clicking on any email links.

Photo Credit: Drone footage taken with Village permission by OKI at Amberley Green

Don't Miss Out - They're

Going Fast!

Amberley Village is now accepting applications for the 2023 gardening season! Amberley Green hosts Community Garden plots at Amberley Green for the April - November growing season, complete with deer fencing, access to a garden cart and water, and friendly gardeners to share in the experience...but they're going fast!

With only a handful of the 36 plots remaining, you'll want to jump on this rare opportunity, as plots have sold out for the past couple of years. Each 9x15 plot is just $50 for the entire growing season, and includes first right of refusal for the following year. Organic practices are utilized, so no pesticides or other chemicals are permitted. As a hub garden of the Civic Garden Center, monthly demonstrations of garden techniques and cooking ideas for produce are planned.

Interested? Fill out the application form below and email to cwallis@amberleyvillage.org with the subject header "Garden," or simply drop it off at the Administration window in the Municipal Building. Hard copies are also available at the Administration offices.

Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis,

and must include payment to be considered complete.

Parcels ranging from 2 - 5 acres remain at the North Site for development opportunities in Amberley Village. Signage was recently placed along Ronald Reagan Highway to promote the available space, which will assist in expanding the Village tax base.

If you or someone you know is seeking a prime development opportunity in a centrally-located neighborhood, please contact Rusty Myers (513-252-2158) or Mark Volkman (513-252-2123) at Jones Lang LaSalle for more information.

Learn about additional development opportunities in Amberley Village by visiting the website via the link below!

Amberley Village resident and realtor Susan Rissover recently completed six consecutive three-year terms on the Amberley Village Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals (PC/BZA), making her the longest-serving member. Mayor Tom Muething thanked Ms. Rissover at its January meeting, adding that the Board would bring in new members while preserving the continuity of experience on the Board. He said emphasis would also be placed on broadening the geographic area of residents serving on the Planning Commission.

"Susan has done an excellent job," said Mayor Muething, adding that he wished to thank her for long and committed years of service. Ms. Rissover's seat will be filled by Nimet Jeruzalmi beginning at the February 6 meeting.

Amberley Village Tax Department recently mailed a postcard to all taxpayers in the Village to remind them of required policies and procedures related to income tax. Please note that ALL residents are required to file a return, even if no tax is due or you have no taxable income.

QUESTIONS? NEED ASSISTANCE?

Contact the Tax Office at 513-531-0130 or taxoffice@amberleyvillage.org. Tax preparation is provided by appointment only.

Reporting issues with Rumpke pickup to the Village Administration can assist in faster resolution and helps us better serve our residents.

Amberley Village works closely with Rumpke and our residents to ensure regular, reliable pickup for trash and recycling services. However, there are times when pickup services are missed or homes are unintentionally skipped.

While this is definitely the exception rather than the rule, we have received an increase in reports of missed pickups. This is largely due to workforce challenges that often result in changes to regular route drivers.

If you experience a lapse in service, please contact Carolyn Wallis in the Administration Office at 513-531-8675, or cwallis@amberleyvillage.org. Carolyn tracks service requests and works to assist residents in resolving any issues with Rumpke services, and can often expedite resolution to your issue. While we hope it never happens to you, please take a moment to let us know if your trash or recycling has not been picked up.

Amberley Village Crews are notorious region-wide for their excellence in maintaining our roads during the winter months. But they can't do it without you!

Please help them in their efforts to keep our streets clear of snow by keeping them clear of vehicles and debris, especially during the winter months when conditions can be slick and sometimes treacherous.

The short video below is a great reminder of the importance of all of us working together to keep our streets safe during the winter months!

The photo above was submitted by Mark Lamb of the Mayerson Jewish Community Center, and was taken during a rainstorm the week of January 26. Have photos you want to share? Forward them to tpreasoner@amberleyvillage.org, or amberleyphotos@gmail.com. Be sure and include your name and address or affiliation for photo credit!

At the Annual Awards Banquet of the Hamilton County Police Association, Chief Wallace was presented with a one-of-a-kind Past President's Award for his fundraising success with the recent Cigars, Bourbon and Badges. The event, which was conceived and executed by Chief Wallace and his team of helpers, raised over $90,000 for H.C.P.A., and brought together scores of supporters in its inaugural year,

The plaque on the award (shown above) reads, "In recognition of your visionary leadership as President of the Hamilton County Police Association." Congratulations, Chief Wallace!

the event's success surpassed any previous fundraising event in the history of the Hamilton County Police Association.

According to Chief, the event's success was in large part due to the support of his then newly-hired assistant, Carrie Minton, and the many volunteers who spent countless hours in preparation for the event. "I couldn't have done it without the support of everyone in the Department," he said. "The team environment at Amberley Village is what allows me to be involved in professional organizations and the broader police community."

Amberley Village Council meets on the second Monday of each month (unless there is a conflict). The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 13, 2023 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:

Whether your nearest library is Deer Park, Reading, Pleasant Ridge or Blue Ash, our local libraries are an excellent resource, especially during the colder months when there is less outside activity. 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.