Category: City News

City Seeks Grand Marshal for the Special 50th Independence Day Hometown Parade

Do you know of someone who has demonstrated exceptional service, dedication, and commitment to our community? We invite our community to share their nominations for the individual they believe should serve as the Grand Marshal for our Independence Day Hometown Parade! Selection Criteria Nominee will be selected based on their contributions and impact to Montgomery. … Continued

Feedback Regarding Golf Carts on City Streets

Montgomery City Council is considering an ordinance to allow approved low-speed vehicles, primarily golf carts, on City Streets with speed limits of 35 mph or lower. While the move aims to increase mobility options for residents, it requires drivers to adhere to specific regulations, traffic laws, and other responsibilities such as valid insurance. To operate … Continued

New Seed Library Open at Swaim Park!

A first-of-its-kind seed library is open in Montgomery at Swaim Park. Coinciding with Arbor Day, the free library is open just in time to begin your spring plantings. So, what is a seed library? A seed library is similar to a neighborhood lending library, a place where people can bring and take seeds throughout several … Continued

Montgomery Monument to Begin Construction

Montgomery Monument to Begin Construction  Construction of the Montgomery Monument, located in the center of the Montgomery Road and Cross County Highway roundabout, will begin this month!  This monument and the associated landscaping will significantly enhance this important gateway into our community.  The City has entered into a construction-manager-at-risk agreement with Brandicorp LLC to manage … Continued

Montgomery – Always Moving Forward

“Montgomery – Always Moving Forward” By Chris Dobrozsi  HAPPY SPRING! The City of Montgomery is truly a special community, and I am honored and humbled to be serving in my 16th year on City Council.  I am blessed to serve with my other Council Members and with the incredible staff, serving the residents of the … Continued

Beautification & Tree Commission to Enhance Tornado Memorial

Beautification and Tree Commission Enhancing Tornado Memorial Montgomery’s Beautification and Tree Commission and Public Works has committed to beautifying one of the City’s tornado memorials located on the property at Sycamore High school. In late April, to coincide with Arbor Day, the commission will have plantings of native trees and shrubbery placed around the memorial … Continued

Ben Shapiro Promoted to Fire Chief

Ben Shapiro Promoted to Fire Chief The City of Montgomery is proud to announce Assistant Fire Chief Ben Shapiro’s promotion to Fire Chief. Ben started his fire and EMS career in 1985 with the Sycamore-Montgomery Life Squad and the Montgomery Community Fire Department. “Serving the City of Montgomery has been an incredible privilege,” said Ben. … Continued

Fire Chief Paul Wright to Retire

Montgomery Fire Chief Retires after nearly 50 years of Dedicated Service “I am proud to have played a role in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents.” – Chief Paul Wright Chief Paul Wright always knew he wanted to be a firefighter; you can see the smile on his face as he steps out of … Continued

Safety Village

Safety Village is a one-week summer safety camp for children 5 or 6 years old who are entering kindergarten in the fall. Students will learn basic pedestrian and traffic safety rules, personal safety, school bus, and fire safety. Safety Village is held at Montgomery Elementary in three one-week sessions. June 9-13: 9:00 a.m. – noon … Continued

Forestglen Drive Sidewalk Project

Sealed proposals will be received at the office of the City Manager, Municipal Building, City of Montgomery, Hamilton County, 10101 Montgomery Road, 45242, until 10:30 A.M. local time on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 for the FORESTGLEN DRIVE SIDEWALK PROJECT and at said time and place, publicly opened and read aloud. Contract documents, bid sheets, and … Continued

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