News

OCC Online Registration!

Posted on October 30, 2020

We are thrilled to announce the launching of our new online registration website OakwoodLeisureServices.com This new, streamlined website allows residents to set up their own household profiles, register and pay for classes, renew memberships, track their activities, search online through all of the current offerings and much more. Residents are encouraged to create a profile...

City Council Recognizes Oakwood Inclusion Coalition

Posted on October 7, 2020

City Council adopted a resolution on October 5 recognizing the establishment of the Oakwood Inclusion Coalition, a citizen-driven organization with the mission to “study, promote, and celebrate an inclusive, equitable, diverse and welcoming environment and community for everyone who lives, works, visits, or passes through Oakwood.” Oakwood Inclusion Coalition Resolution and Establishing Document Oakwood Inclusion...

Smith Gardens Poinsettia Fundraiser

Posted on October 5, 2020

Fill your home with holiday spirit and support the Friends of Smith Gardens by participating in our Poinsettia Fundraiser! You can order poinsettias to be delivered to your home or you can send a poinsettia to someone special as a gift. Complete and submit the Poinsettia Fundraiser Order Form by Wednesday, October 28. We will be...

Recognizing a Fallen Officer

Posted on September 22, 2020

On May 13, 2020, Patrol Officer Claude McCormick’s name was forever memorialized on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. Patrol Officer Claude McCormick joined the Oakwood Public Safety Department in 1929, and served the city of Oakwood as a motorcycle patrolman. On August 29, 1933, while serving the Oakwood community, Officer...

Oakwood Public Safety Officer Overcomes COVID-19

Posted on September 22, 2020

Oakwood Public Safety Officer (PSO) Steve Norris was one of the first two people in the Dayton area to donate plasma after testing positive for COVID-19 in March 2020. Plasma from recovered patients has virus-fighting antibodies, which can be used to help people battling symptoms of COVID-19. PSO Norris is a certified Police Officer, Firefighter...

SIGN AND FLAG THEFT SUSPECTS IDENTIFIED

Posted on August 28, 2020

Oakwood Safety Department identifies suspects in recent thefts. Press Release - Additional Suspects Identified in Thefts

THEFT OF SIGNS AND FLAGS

Posted on August 25, 2020

City releases statement on the recent theft of signs and flags.

Yard Sign Regulations

Posted on August 24, 2020

As yard signs are increasingly being installed around the city of Oakwood, and with election season approaching, the city is receiving questions about sign regulations. Typical yard signs are classified as Temporary Signs under Title 12 of the Oakwood Zoning Code. Temporary Signs are permitted in residential zoning districts pursuant to the following restrictions: Individual...

STATEWIDE MASK ORDER

Posted on July 23, 2020

The Ohio Department of Health has issued an order mandating all persons in the state of Ohio to wear face masks while in public places. This order takes effect at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 23 until further notice. The order applies to any indoor location other than a residence, as well as people who...

Chief Hill Briefs City Council

Posted on July 21, 2020

Chief Alan Hill provided a Public Safety Department update to City Council at the July 20 Oakwood City Council meeting. The following topics were discussed: Capital Equipment; Personnel Changes; Department Operations Statement; Officer Recruitment; Use of Force; Ohio Collaborative and the Citizen Police Academy. Video of Chief Hill’s Report to City Council PowerPoint Presentation

Participate in our 2020 Citizen Police Academy!

Posted on July 21, 2020

The Oakwood Public Safety Department is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for our Citizen Police Academy (CPA), September 9, 2020 through November 11, 2020. The CPA will consist of a ten-week curriculum educating the participants about the functions of the Oakwood Public Safety Department. Classes will be held from 6:30 pm to...

Oakwood Avenue Road Closure – Monday, July 20

Posted on July 17, 2020

The northbound lane of Oakwood Avenue between Five Points and E. Schantz will be closed to traffic for gas line work. The closure is scheduled to begin on Monday, July 20. Contact the Public Works Department at (937) 298-0777 with any questions.

Chief Alan Hill Addresses the Death of Mr. George Floyd

Posted on June 11, 2020

Oakwood Public Safety Director Alan Hill makes a public statement about the horrific killing of Mr. George Floyd in Minneapolis.

Public Safety Department Training

Posted on June 5, 2020

Each year, all of the Oakwood Public Safety Department personnel complete an extensive training program. The training program involves numerous topics, and regularly includes courses on cultural diversity and implicit bias. The purpose of the program is to ensure that all personnel are fully prepared to properly and effectively perform the public safety duties to...

Gardner Pool Membership

Posted on May 28, 2020

The city will open Gardner Pool on Saturday, June 6. The pool will operate in accordance with guidelines and protocols developed based on directives from the Ohio Department of Health. Gardner Pool Membership & Protocols

Oakwood Response to COVID-19

Posted on May 19, 2020

The city of Oakwood’s response to COVID-19 includes taking all reasonable steps to protect the health, welfare and safety of our community, our city employees, and the general public. We are also fully committed to complying with all federal and state mandates in addressing the COVID-19. Ohio Department of Health Public Health Orders

Oakwood Neighborly Salute

Posted on March 30, 2020

Please step outside at 6:00 p.m. each evening for a few moments to wave at each other and shout out words of greeting and support! Let's all come together for an Oakwood Neighborly Salute!

2019 Oakwood Annual Report

Posted on March 27, 2020

The city of Oakwood recently published the 2019 Annual Report. It includes detailed information about each of the city departments and the public services provide to the Oakwood community. The report highlights the major events of the previous year and provides information about community projects and issues. 2019 Annual Report

Reminder… Please Bag Weekly Trash

Posted on March 15, 2020

Please take extra steps to ensure that weekly household trash is bagged before placing it into your refuse containers. This is particularly important for all food items, and any other trash or debris that may pose a health hazard to our refuse collection employees.

Shroyer Road Accidents Drop Dramatically

Posted on March 11, 2020

The city of Oakwood completed a roadway improvement project on the 1.1 mile section of Shroyer Road in 2017. The project converted Shroyer Road from two lanes in each direction (4-lane section) to a single through lane in each direction and a left turn lane (3-lane section). The roadway change was made to improve the...