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2025 Scarecrow Row Winners

Congratulations to our 2025 Scarecrow Row Winners!

Join Oakwood’s long-standing tradition of community beautification through the Johnny Appleseed Street Tree Planting Project. Oakwood residents can purchase discounted trees to plant in the city right-of-way, helping to grow and sustain our urban forest. Visit Johnny Appleseed Street Tree Project for additional information.

Electric Aggregation for Oakwood Residents and Small Businesses

Electric Energy Aggregation Program for Oakwood Residents and Small Businesses Update October 2025: The City’s current electric energy aggregation program with Dynegy (formerly Energy Harbor) is ending in December 2025. The City attempted to negotiate with suppliers for a successor program, but was unable to secure competitive rates and “opt-in” terms that were acceptable to...

2025 Leaf Collection

The City of Oakwood will begin the annual fall leaf collection program on Monday, October 6. As in previous years, the program will provide bi-weekly leaf pickup of all areas throughout Oakwood. The city is divided into ten sections with each being collected on a 2-week interval. The collection schedule is posted HERE and is published...

Upcoming Tree Trimming in Oakwood

AES Ohio and their contractor, Lewis Tree Service, will begin tree trimming in Oakwood within the next couple of weeks. If trees on your property are close to power lines, a Lewis Tree Service representative will notify you before trimming. If you’re not home, a door hanger with contact information will be left. All poles...

City Council Executive Session for Personnel Matters: October 7, 2025

Date and time: 2025-10-07 05:00 pmLocation: City/Public Safety BuildingDepartment: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2025-10-07 05:00 pmLocation: City/Public Safety BuildingDepartment: Public Meetings

Community Improvement Corporation Annual Trustee Meeting and Organizational Meeting

December 1, 2025

Immediately following the City Council Meeting

2025 Scarecrow Row Registration Packet

Natural Gas Aggregation Program

Starting in November 2025, Oakwood residents and small businesses will have the opportunity to be enrolled in a new natural gas aggregation program that offers a fixed rate of $0.6625 per CcF through May 2027, providing price stability in today’s volatile energy market. The program, coordinated by the Miami Valley Communications Council across 18 local...

October/November 2025 Oakwood Scene Newsletter

Seasonal Facility Supervisor/Monitor

FACILITY SUPERVISOR (FACILITY MONITOR) POSITION OAKWOOD LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT The City of Oakwood is currently accepting applications for the seasonal Facility Supervisor/Monitor position for the Leisure Services Department at the Oakwood Community Center. The position has variable hours, which may pay up to $12.09 per hour. Job Responsibilities: Receive, store, prepare, and distribute items...

Teen Monitor

TEEN MONITOR POSITION OAKWOOD LEISURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT The City of Oakwood is currently accepting applications for the Teen Monitor position for the Leisure Services Department. The position has variable and flexible work hours which may pay up to $12.09 per hour. Job Responsibilities: Maintains and cleans the event area and equipment after each...

Family Fall Festival & Scarecrow Row

Join us at Shafor Park on Sunday, October 12, for a full day of community fun! Scarecrow Building Contest (9 a.m.–3 p.m.): Families, neighbors, organizations, and co-workers are invited to take part in this festive tradition by creating scarecrows along Shafor Boulevard for “Scarecrow Row.” Judging begins at 3:30 p.m., with winners announced at the...

Have Your Say: Community Surveys Coming Soon

We are excited to introduce a new initiative to gather resident feedback through community surveys. These surveys will give citizens the chance to share their perspectives and ideas, helping guide City decisions that reflect the needs and values of our community. The first survey will launch in early October and will focus on this year’s...

Traffic Signal Modifications

The City of Oakwood is set to test a new approach to traffic management at several key intersections starting the third week of September. The intersections of West Dixon Avenue and Harman Avenue, Shafor Boulevard and Telford Avenue, and Shafor Boulevard and Aberdeen Avenue will see a shift from traditional stop-and-go signals to a flashing...

Utility Tree Trimming Facts

Why does AES trim trees near power lines? The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) requires AES Ohio (AES) to inspect and clear at least 20% of their power lines annually. This is critical to maintain reliable and safe electric power. How much will be trimmed or cut? Federal OSHA standards require 10 feet of...

Temporary Yard Signs

Title 12 of the Oakwood Zoning Code regulates temporary signage. Temporary yard signs are permitted in residential districts under the following rules: Individual signs must be no larger than 6 square feet in area, and no more than 4 feet in height. There is no limit to the number of temporary yard signs that may...

Lighting up Oakwood & Holiday of Lights

December 14, 2025

The City of Oakwood, with assistance from the Oakwood Beautification Committee, is “LIGHTING UP” Oakwood with luminarias on Sunday, December 14, beginning at 6 p.m. Residents are invited to put luminarias out in front of their houses and to consider participating with their neighbors. Then, at 6:30 p.m., join us at Shafor Park for an...

Halloween and Trick or Treat: October 31

October 31, 2025

Watch for ghosts and goblins on Friday, October 31, from 6 – 8 p.m. If you plan to hand out Halloween treats, please turn on your porch or front door lights.

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