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Electric & Natural Gas Aggregation Update

Posted on July 8, 2025

The Miami Valley Communications Council (MVCC) is working collaboratively with 18 local communities, including Oakwood, and is in the final stages of negotiating pricing for both residential and small commercial electric and natural gas aggregation. By leveraging the buying power of 18 communities, we are providing competitive pricing for your energy needs. The current MVCC Electric...

Free Community Document Shred Event

Posted on July 3, 2025

It’s time to get rid of those papers you’ve been saving! Bring the items to the J. D. Foell Public Works Center at 210 Shafor Blvd. on Saturday, August 30, from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. Shred-It will be onsite, providing document destruction services. Shred-It can destroy paper documents, microfilm, microfiche, and other confidential materials. All...

2025 Citizen Police Academy

Posted on June 23, 2025

The Oakwood Public Safety Department is accepting applications for our 2025 Citizen Police Academy (CPA).  The CPA will consist of a ten-week curriculum from September 3, 2025, through November 5, 2025, educating the participants about the functions of the Oakwood Public Safety Department.  Classes will be held from 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm every Wednesday...

Littering and Unauthorized Dumping

Posted on June 9, 2025

Illegally dumped waste remains a persistent issue in many communities, including Oakwood. This practice has negative consequences for environmental health, the overall quality of life, and our sustainability efforts. It is important to recognize that unauthorized waste disposal on both municipal and private property is illegal and harmful to our community. Such actions not only...

Partnership with SwimSafe Pool Company

Posted on April 9, 2025

The City of Oakwood is pleased to announce a new partnership with SwimSafe Pool Company to manage community pool operations. SwimSafe is a highly respected leader in aquatic facility management, bringing extensive experience in lifeguard staffing, safety training, and pool maintenance. This partnership will enhance the overall pool experience for residents by providing: Highly trained...

2024 Oakwood Annual Report

Posted on March 27, 2025

The City of Oakwood recently published the 2024 Annual Report.  The report highlights the major events of the previous year and provides information about each of the city departments, the public services provided to the Oakwood community, and community projects. 2024 Oakwood Annual Report

Oakwood Safety Department Facebook Page

Posted on February 3, 2025

The Oakwood Public Safety Department is excited to announce that the department has established a Safety Department Facebook page.  This page will serve as a platform for the department to share important updates and information about department activities. To begin following the Oakwood Public Safety Department, please scan the QR code below.

Energy Harbor Electric Aggregation Program Participants

Posted on October 15, 2024

In the coming weeks, Oakwood residential customers and small businesses participating in the electric aggregation program with Energy Harbor through the Miami Valley Communications Council will receive notices regarding Dynegy's recent acquisition of Energy Harbor. No action is needed in response to this notice. Participants will also receive a letter from AES notifying them that...

Holiday Festival of Trees Auction

Posted on October 3, 2024

Please join us for an evening of holiday cheer! Light refreshments and entertainment will be provided. There will be a Silent Auction to bid on beautifully decorated themed Holiday trees. All proceeds go to the Friends of Smith Gardens and toward the maintenance and care of this community treasure! This event is free and open...

Hefty ReNew™ Program and Additional Recycling Options

Posted on September 20, 2024

The Hefty ReNew™ Program started in April 2024 and provides an option for hard-to-recycle plastics that were previously unaccepted in the recycling stream. The Hefty ReNew™ Program allows residents to purchase specific orange bags from local retailers and place acceptable materials in these bags. Once the orange bag is full, simply place it in your...

Temporary Yard Signs

Posted on September 20, 2024

With the November 5 election day approaching, it is the season for temporary signs… and you may be wondering, are there any rules about how many signs someone can have in their yard? Title 12 of the Oakwood Zoning Code regulates temporary signage. Temporary yard signs are permitted in residential districts, under the following rules:...

2024 Leaf Collection

Posted on September 20, 2024

The city of Oakwood will begin the annual fall leaf collection program on Monday, October 14.  Visit https://oakwoodohio.gov/leaf-collection/ for more information.

2023 Auditor of State Award

Posted on September 17, 2024

At the September 16 city council meeting, Oakwood Mayor Bill Duncan announced that Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber recently recognized the City of Oakwood on successful completion of the 2023 financial audit. The recognition included presentation of the Ohio Auditor of State Award for “excellence in financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting...

Leisure Services Director Carol Collins – 50th Anniversary

Posted on August 2, 2024

On April 11, 2024 Carol Collins became the longest serving city employee in the history of Oakwood at 49 years, seven months and 23 days, and on August 19, 2024 Carol reaches the amazing 50-year milestone. Carol joined city staff on August 19, 1974 after graduating from The Ohio State University. She served as City...

City of Oakwood Participates in the Hefty® ReNew™️ Program

Posted on June 27, 2024

Rumpke Waste and Recycling recently announced the expansion of their acceptable items by adding hard-to-recycle plastics as part of the Hefty® ReNew™️ Program.  The city of Oakwood collects recyclables weekly from residential households and delivers them to the Rumpke material recovery facility for sorting and eventual conversion into new materials.   The Hefty® ReNew™️ Program allows...

2024 That Day in May

Posted on April 9, 2024

Oakwood’s family festival, ‘That Day In May’ will be held on Saturday, May 18. Please plan on attending this year’s festival which promises to be packed full of fun activities and events for the whole family!  Visit https://oakwoodohio.gov/that-day-in-may/ for a schedule of events.