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Upcoming ExhibitionsParks and Recreation

Eden Quispe (Newton, KS) Stitched Stories Denny Gerwin (Charlotte, NC) Figurative Work Nov. 24 – Jan. 3 Artist Demonstrations and Talks: Saturday, Dec. 6, Noon - 2 p.m. In her work, Eden Quispe creates interior scenes using inherited quilting techniques, embroidery, printing, and collage. Quispe expresses the precarious balance of her multiple roles as a...

Art From HomeParks and Recreation

Art From Home! Need a way to keep the creativity flowing at home? Rosewood is here for you! Making art is more important than ever right now. Studies have shown that taking time to be creative has a host of benefits for both adults and children, including reducing stress and boosting mood. Scroll down to get...

Muscle Memory Collective: The View From HereParks and Recreation

Muscle Memory Collective The View from Here March 6 - April 15, 2023 Muscle Memory Collective is a collaboration between ceramic artist Joshua Clark and photographer Bree Lamb, both from Las Cruces, NM. Their art in The View From Here uses mixed media, ceramics, photographs, color and the combination of imagery to create art that...

What is the location and phone number for Polen Farm?

Historic Polen Farm is located at 5099 Bigger Road, Kettering, OH 45440. Whether you are looking to host a wedding, family reunion, graduation party or business meeting, our Polen Farm team is here to help. Call us today at 1-937-435-5787.

Is my personal health information, as obtained from screenings, kept confidential?

Yes. Due to the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act” (HIPAA), Kettering Health Network (who we use for screenings) is legally bound to confidentiality with any personal information obtained from any screening. Additionally, the City is not seeking information regarding individual health levels but rather aggregate information representing the overall workforce.

Welcome from the Mayor

On behalf of my fellow members of Kettering City Council and all of our dedicated City administrators, welcome to Kettering, Ohio! Kettering is home to welcoming neighborhoods, thriving businesses, exceptional city services, everyday heroes, volunteer spirit, beautiful parks, summer’s best music, excellent schools and treasured community traditions. What makes Kettering unique is our high quality...

How do I contact Polen Farm?Parks and Recreation

To find out how Polen Farm can best suit your needs, call 937-435-5787 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, or email our Polen Farm staff.

State Farm ParkParks and Recreation

Explore State Farm Park Experience a recreational powerhouse at 2510 Blackhawk Dr., where State Farm Park's impressive 31.6 acres create a sports-focused destination within Kettering's park system. This athletic-oriented park excels with its exceptional ball fields, making it a central hub for baseball and softball activities throughout the community. The non-reservable shelter and playground complement...

Matt Greeson Selected As Next City Manager

Kettering City Council is pleased to announce the selection of Matt Greeson to serve as Kettering’s next city manager effective January 1, 2023. Mr. Greeson will start his service on December 12 in a transitionary capacity. He will succeed Kettering’s sixth City Manager, Mark Schwieterman, who will continue his role through December 31, 2022. Mr....

2026 Electric Aggregation Program Summary

The City of Kettering is continuing their participation in the Miami Valley Communications Council (MVCC) Electric Aggregation Program, which community members previously approved. Through this program, Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. has been selected as the supplier and will provide electricity at a fixed rate of 9.049¢/kWh from Jan. 2026 through Dec. 2026. Enrollment: Automatic and free...

Rosewood Arts CenterParks and Recreation

Rosewood Arts Center is dedicated to enriching the quality of life for the residents of Kettering and the greater Dayton area by providing creative experiences through the arts. What does Rosewood offer? A division of the City of Kettering’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, Rosewood presents hundreds of classes annually for youth and adults, as...

Kettering's Racial Equity Survey Report Is Available

Kettering, OH – In January 2021, The City of Kettering’s Board of Community Relations (BCR) conducted an online racial equity survey as a first step toward better understanding the perceptions of race relations in Kettering. Complete racial equity survey results are available for viewing at www.ketteringoh.org/board-of-community-relations. Established by City Charter in 1969, the BCR is...

Frequently Asked Wellness Questions

You’ve got questions…we’ve got answers! Employee Wellness Frequently Asked Questions Who is my department contact? See the Wellness Committee Members page. What is the Wellness Committee? The Wellness Committee is a group of employees that will represent individual department interests in the program, represent the work force, help to steer the program and award the...

How To: Mini Collage BoxesParks and Recreation

Here's a fun art activity you can do at home, provided by our Cultural Arts Division Manager, Shayna V. McConville! Needing a break from screens and desiring a hands-on activity, I created a fun and easy artwork using materials found around the house. I picked up one of my favorite books, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, and...

How do I request records and public information from the City?

The City of Kettering is committed to providing public information and requested records in a timely manner. Public records and FOIA requests should be made through our Law Department.

How do I interview someone from the city for a project or media story?

You may contact Mary Azbill, our Community Information Manager at 1-937-296-2412.

Can I recycle waste from my yard such as leaves, mulch,  limbs, etc.?

Yard waste will now be serviced by Rumpke along with your regular household trash. The City of Kettering also operates a yard debris drop off center free of charge to Kettering residents. Please visit our yard debris page for further information.

Walk Bike Kettering

News and Updates The League of American Bicyclists has awarded Kettering the Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community designation! This recognition celebrates our commitment to making Kettering more accessible and welcoming for cyclists of all ages and abilities. Our four-year designation reflects our ongoing efforts to improve cycling infrastructure, safety, and community engagement. We’re proud of this...

Personnel & Training

John Youngs – Personnel & Training Officer The Kettering Police Department is utilizing innovative realistic, high intensity protective gear and simulation products. Such training provides officers with realistic scenarios whereby they are required to select and apply the appropriate level of force to resolve situations. This type of training places emphasis on the officers’ decision-making...

Court Security

Ben Charles – Sergeant, Staff Services Court Security is responsible for transporting prisoners from jails to court, opening and closing the courts in the mornings and afternoons, providing security for the courtrooms, serving “walk-in” warrants and conveying paperwork from court to other city departments and officers. These are just a few of their many duties....

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