Archives: FAQs

What is the Assisting and Contributing to Oakwood Resident Needs (ACORN)program?

The goal of the ACORN program is to provide peace of mind through proactive community outreach, implementing safety plans, and advocating for the well-being of Oakwood’s senior and at-risk population.   Additionally, the program is designed to assist residents in times of emergency, and connect participants to existing services when needed. Please contact the Public Safety … Continued

What is CodeRED & how do I enroll?

The city of Oakwood uses a system called CodeRED to notify our residents and those who work in Oakwood of emergency incidents and critical community alerts. The CodeRED telephone database automatically contains all landlines, but only includes cell phone numbers if they are specifically added to the database.  To add your cell phone number, please … Continued

How do I become a member of a board or commission?

Citizen Committee Applications may be completed and returned to the Oakwood City Building at 30 Park Avenue.   Have a voice in your city government – join a board, committee, or commission! Serving on a board or commission is a very rewarding way to get involved in and serve your community. City boards and commissions … Continued

Where do I get a driver’s license?

Driver’s licenses are issued at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.  The closest Bureau of Motor Vehicles branch is located in West Carrollton at 1162 E. Dixie Dr. (937) 866-9511 or in Centerville at 104 W. Spring Valley Rd. (937) 435-5970.

Where do I go for vehicle registration?

Vehicle registrations are issued at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.  The closest Bureau of Motor Vehicles branch is located in West Carrollton at 1162 E. Dixie Dr. (937) 866-9511 or in Centerville at 104 W. Spring Valley Rd. (937) 435-5970.

How do I get something notarized?

The city of Oakwood has several notaries on staff at the Oakwood City Building. You must bring a valid id to have something notarized. 

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