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HWD 2014Parks and Recreation

August 25 - September 26, 2014 Reception:  Sunday, August 24, 2-4pm About HWD (Height x Width x Depth) HWD, or Height x Width x Depth, is a juried exhibition of three-dimensional artwork by artists from Ohio and surrounding states.  Established in 2007, HWD is the region’s only gallery exhibition focused exclusively on sculpture.  This year,...

Protection of Property

Protection of Property Flood Hazard Some low-lying areas of Kettering are subject to flooding caused by water settling on flat areas and by overflow of the Little Beaver and Little Sugar creeks. Houses have been built along the stream channel in some areas, so that once the stream leaves its banks, it can quickly spread...

Who is eligible to apply?

Any adult who lives or works in Kettering and is interested in learning about community life and then becoming a community leader. You may need sponsorship from your employer or another sponsoring organization to allow time off from your workplace and for the $800 program fee.

Selecting Contractor

Besides a good design, the most important aspect of a satisfying remodeling project is selecting the right contractor. You need to select a firm that 1) has the skill to do a quality project in a reasonable amount of time, 2) will provide the best service within your budget, 3) will take care of you...

What are the regulations for parking, campers & boats?

City regulations allow RVs and boats to be parked on private property. Recreational vehicles may be parked on residential property under the following conditions: Vehicles greater than 8 feet in height must be stored inside of a building. Vehicles less than 8 feet : Only in rear or side yards. Taller than 6′ must be...

Frank Travers, What RemainsParks and Recreation

Frank Travers, What Remains July 17 - August 18 Reception: Thursday, July 20, 6-8pm Printmaker Frank Travers, who also lives and works in Dayton, will exhibit a series of works titled What Remains. Of his work, Travers says, “I’m very interested in the details and the things that get a little gross; puss, guts, worms that live...

Fall lawn care tips from Parks MaintenanceParks and Recreation

Brandon Douglas from Parks maintenance has some helpful tips on how to care for your lawn this fall, so it’s beautiful when spring rolls around. Here are his suggestions: Fall is a great time to put down the last application of fertilizer on lawns to help promote root growth throughout the winter and also giving...

What do I do with my yard waste?

Yard waste may be put in your regular Rumpke trash cart, or you may drop it off at the City’s Yard Debris Center located at 1840 Woodman Center Drive. The facility is open March through December, with operating hours of Monday – Friday from 3:00 – 8:00 pm and Saturdays from 9:00 – 3:00 pm....

Are there restrictions on the parking of recreational vehicles on residential property?

Yes.  The regulations can be found in Section 1145.13 of the Kettering Zoning Code.  Recreational vehicles may be parked on residential property under the following conditions: Vehicles greater than 8 feet in height must be stored inside of a building. Vehicles less than 8 feet : Only in rear or side yards. Taller than 6′...

What are the yard debris center hours?

Starting January 14, Saturday hours will be available from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. except in icy and snowy weather. Beginning March 6, the yard debris center is open Monday – Friday 3:00pm – 8:00pm and Saturdays from 9:00am – 3:00pm beginning in March and through the first week of December.  

Upcoming ExhibitionsParks and Recreation

Whitney Sage (Naperville, IL), Homesickness Series, Portraits of Home and Domestic Fragments Nicholas Hill (Granville, OH), Pandemic Portrait Drawings March 9 – April 11 Whitney Sage’s acrylic, ink and gouache drawings connect to issues of absence, loss and memory as related to disappearing homeland. The work is inspired by the artist’s own personal roots and...

Payment for Engineering Right-of-Way Permits

Apply and pay online for right-of-way permits from our Engineering Department using our Access Kettering tool.

Do I have to be a Kettering resident to volunteer?

No, many of our volunteers are from surrounding communities. You need only have the willingness and desire to contribute to the success of the volunteer program.

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How will I be trained for a volunteer position?

Staff from the department in which you are volunteering will be responsible for training you for your assignment. Staff will be available to answer any of your questions.

What are the hours for the Kettering Tax Division?

The Kettering Tax Division is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

My driveway is off an alley in the back of my property. The alley seems to be forgotten. When will the city plow the alley?

Alleyways may be plowed, following completion of all residential streets. We encourage citizens to remove their vehicles from public roadways during snow plowing operations.

Garten, Cliff, Foliage, 2021Parks and Recreation

Ridgeway Road Bridge Cliff Garten Studio Foliage, 2021 Stainless steel Location: Ridgeway Road over West Dorothy Lane The City of Kettering replaced the Ridgeway Road Bridge and commissioned Cliff Garten Studio (Venice, CA) to integrate artwork into the project site. Cliff Garten Studio, or CGS, designed the artwork to reflect the flowing landscape of Hills...

Report a Street Light Out or Leaning

If possible, please provide a pole number for your report.  You can find the pole number six feet up from the ground on either a green or black sign with white numbers.

What are the rules for panhandling?

Panhandling is not prohibited, however no person shall stand on a roadway for the purposes of soliciting employment, business or contributions from the occupant of any vehicle. Violations should be reported.

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