Communities Served
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Dayton Neighborhood Conference:
Real Conversations. Real Solutions. Real Momentum. The Dayton Neighborhood Conference started early, but it delivered exactly what our community needs—real conversations, shared ideas, and a focus on solutions. More than 200 residents, leaders, and community partners showed up ready to engage. Instead of sitting back, attendees leaned into conversations that matter. As a result, the…
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Brookville City Council Meeting Recap:
Strong Leadership and Real-World Impact April 7, 2026 Attending the Brookville City Council meeting in person this week was well worth the time. While the meeting ran longer than expected, it was one of those evenings where the depth of information made it feel productive from start to finish. What stood out most was the…
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Oakwood City Council Meeting Recap:
A Look at What’s Ahead for Residents April 6, 2026 Attending the Oakwood City Council meeting this week offered a clear look at what’s happening across the community. While the meeting itself was efficient and well-organized, several key updates stood out because they directly impact residents. While the meeting itself was efficient and well-organized, several…
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Kettering Combined City Council and School Board Meeting Recap
School Board Presentation on New Schools and May Levy The Kettering school levy discussion was the focus of a joint meeting between Kettering City Council and the Kettering Board of Education on March 31. I was glad to attend and hear the full presentation shared that evening. The meeting began with a well-deserved celebration of…
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Montgomery County COMMUNITIES Meeting Schedules:
One Place to Find Your City & Township Meetings This Montgomery County communities meeting schedules resource was created to solve a simple problem—residents shouldn’t have to search dozens of different websites just to find when their local meetings happen. Across Montgomery County, each city and township manages its own calendar. While that works individually, it…
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Vandalia City Council Meeting Recap
March 16, 2026 A Different Way to Attend the Vandalia City Council Meeting This Vandalia City Council meeting recap from March 16, 2026 reflects a different experience than attending in person. With winter weather returning, I chose to attend the meeting via livestream. This allowed me to listen, take notes, and stay informed. However, it…
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Dayton Abandoned Homes: Neighbors Concern
Fairview Neighborhood Meeting March 12, 2026 Recently I had the opportunity to meet with the Fairview Neighborhood Association after they invited me to attend a community meeting. The invitation followed a Facebook post I shared highlighting several blighted properties and discussing the need for a more consistent approach to addressing Dayton abandoned homes. {prior post}…
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Perry Township Trustees Meeting Recap
Resident Engagement, Budget Updates & Zoning Discussion March 11, 2026 – A Pleasant Surprise in Civic Engagement Last night’s Perry Township Trustees meeting was a stark contrast to some other local meetings I’ve attended recently — and in the best way possible. The parking lot was packed with cars, and the meeting room was full.…
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Huber Heights City Council Meeting Recap
Grants, Trash Contract Debate & Annexation Concerns Observations from Last Night’s Council Session March 9, 2026 I attended the Huber Heights City Council meeting last night, and overall the meeting moved quickly — lasting less than an hour — but several moments stood out as notable from a citizen engagement perspective. A Strong Opening The…
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Washington Township Trustees Meeting Recap
March 2, 2026 Last night I attended the Washington Township Trustees meeting. I left with mixed feelings — appreciation for civic recognition, but concern about meeting structure and public accessibility. An Overwhelming Agenda The published agenda packet totaled approximately 139 pages, while the formal agenda itself was only three pages long. (I printed the three-page…