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How do I opt-out from CodeRed?

In addition to our City of Kettering, Ohio – Government Facebook page, the City of Kettering uses a system called Code Red to notify our residents and those who work in Kettering of emergency incidents and critical community alerts. You may opt-out of receiving all future official City of Kettering public safety and city service...

Community Survey Drawing RulesParks and Recreation

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Community Survey Drawing Rules Survey awards are open to all City of Kettering Residents who are invited and complete and submit a PRCA Community Survey via the postcard or e-mailed link sent to residents by Wright State University Applied Policy Research Institute. Each individual survey invitee has one chance to...

Department Awards and Personnel Recognition

Firefighter of the Year The Firefighter of the Year is awarded to the firefighter that exemplifies the true meaning of commitment and pride in the organization for the current year. This award process begins in the fall, and nominations for the award may be submitted from any rank within the organization. At the end of...

Program Survey Drawing RulesParks and Recreation

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Program Survey Drawing Rules Survey awards are open to all individuals who complete and submit a PRCA program experience survey via the e-mailed link sent to participants at the conclusion of each program. At the end of each month, survey responses will be compiled and sorted in in the order...

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.

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...

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...

2025 Volunteer Opportunities Sign-Up Page

Welcome to our 2025 Volunteer Opportunities Page! Hello and welcome to our sign-up page for special events and summer camps. Below, you will find an upcoming event that you may be interested in volunteering for. If you have not volunteered with us before, you will need to fill out an application prior to signing up...

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...

Health Insurance

Medical Insurance The City of Kettering offers two medical insurance plans to eligible employees. These plans are administered by United Healthcare. Detailed information is provided during new employee orientation and annual enrollment. Please contact Human Resources if you have any questions or need additional information. Platinum Plan The Platinum Plan is a High Deductible Health...

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...

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.

Suburbanscapes ProgramsParks and Recreation

Suburbanscapes Programs Suburbanscapes Kick-off and Rosewood’s Birthday Party! Thursday, May 7, 5:30 – 7:30 pm | Rosewood Arts Centre 5:45 – 6 pm | Introduction and Remarks Welcome by Mary Beth Thaman, Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Remarks by Mayor Don Patterson, City of Kettering Remarks by Richard Dilgard, Rosewood Elementary Principal, 1963...

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...

How do I track of activity minutes, steps, and non-activity points?

You will use Wellworks to track and submit Activity Minutes and Non-Activity Points. You can follow the Wellworks Login Instructions to log into your account. Wellworks is accessible from a computer, tablet, and/or mobile device. To access it from a computer, go to www.wellworksforyoulogin.com. To access from a tablet or mobile device, download the “Wellworks For...

Ridgeway Bridge

City of Kettering Ridgeway Road Bridge Replacement Project Update - August 2021 Construction of the new bridge will soon be complete, and we plan to open it to traffic by the week of August 16, weather permitting. Work continues on painting and sealing the concrete surfaces of the bridge. The public art was installed, the...

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....

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.

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...

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.

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