City of Kettering

Mayor Peggy Lehner presented Kettering's State of the City Address at the Feb. 27 City Council meeting. The comprehensive presentation, supported by the City Council and staff, celebrated the milestones and achievements that helped shape Kettering throughout 2024. The presentation also showed exciting projects and initiatives planned for 2025 to enhance our community further. We invite everyone to watch the full address to discover the remarkable progress we've made together and celebrate why we are proud to call Kettering home. https://lnkd.in/gyq_7Hyz

The City of Kettering is seeking to fill the Full-Time position of Buildings Service I in our Public Service Department. The Buildings Service position includes an hourly rate of $24.46 - $34.77 per hour. Please visit www.ketteringoh.org/jobs to learn more and apply. The submission deadline is 5 p.m. on March 17, 2025. The City of Kettering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Kettering Leadership Academy (KLA) is currently accepting applications for the class of 2025-2026! This program, created by former Council member Bruce Duke, is designed for individuals seeking leadership roles within the Kettering community. The Academy begins in September with a two-day leadership retreat, and day sessions are held on the second Thursday of each month through May. Topics include history, local government, community organizations, education, health care, community safety, business, service clubs, and volunteering. The Kettering Leadership Academy is a unique opportunity to learn about all the wonderful facets of the City of Kettering while experiencing personal and professional growth. The fee for the Academy is $800. Many employers will sponsor participants. Limited financial support is available through the Bruce Duke Fellowship Program. If you want more information about the Kettering Leadership Academy, please call 937-296-2433 or click here visit https://lnkd.in/ggvnwhNT Applications will be accepted through June 8.

The City of Kettering's Microenterprise Loan Program offers valuable support for small business owners through educational classes, networking opportunities, and matching forgivable loans up to $8,000 for eligible participants. To qualify, businesses must be considered microenterprises (having 5 or fewer employees), with owners meeting low-to-moderate income requirements and at least two years of operating history. The loans are forgivable if businesses remain operational in Kettering and stay current on local taxes for one year after the final draw. The program, developed through collaboration between multiple city departments, particularly encourages applications from minority-, women-, veteran-, and disabled-owned businesses. Interested entrepreneurs can contact Angela Rahman (937-296-2524) or Ky Gantt (937-296-3342) for more information about this opportunity to grow their business within the Kettering community.

This Valentine's Day, we're sharing our heartfelt appreciation for the incredible team that makes Kettering special – our dedicated employees and volunteers! Your commitment to serving our community shines through in everything you do. Whether you're maintaining our beautiful parks, keeping our streets safe, helping our residents, or volunteering at our events, you make Kettering a better place to call home. Thank you for putting your heart into serving our city each and every day. We truly couldn't do it without you!

Kettering has something to celebrate! The city was once again awarded the Gold Award from the Healthy Business Council of Ohio for going above and beyond in supporting employee wellness. As one of 84 Ohio employers recognized in 2024 for creating a healthy workplace, Kettering stood out for its commitment to helping employees thrive personally and professionally. Through thoughtfully designed wellness programs and a genuine focus on creating an environment where people can do their best work, the city has shown what it means to put employee health first – setting an inspiring example for organizations across Ohio.

Members of our award-winning team officially received three Ohio Parks and Recreation Association Awards of Excellence on Tuesday, Feb. 4! The awards, which were announced in November of last year, were handed out during the 2025 OPRA Conference & Trade Show at the Kalahari Conference Center in Sandusky, Ohio. Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts won: - First Place - EcoFEST (Environmental & Interpretive Programs) - Second Place - TreeFest & Tree Love (Environmental & Interpretive Programs) - Second Place - Gentile Nature Park (Capital Improvement) On hand to receive the awards were, from left to right in the picture, Aquatics Manager Matt Laughlin, Clerk Chayna Carswell, Environmental Education Supervisor Kerri Miles, Parks Manager Ant Brown and Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Director Bill Tschirhart. Way to go team!

Big news, Kettering! We're proud to announce we've earned a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community certification from the League of American Bicyclists! We're joining a select group of communities nationwide committed to making cycling safer and more accessible for everyone. From our expanding bike paths to improved street safety, we're pedaling toward a more bike-friendly future. Want to learn what makes Kettering great for cyclists? Check out our community report card by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/g3V-fMVi You can also learn more about cycling in Kettering here: https://lnkd.in/gAry8GJF

Lunch and Learn at Van Buren Middle School was a big success! Our city employees brought their A-game, giving students hands-on experience with local government careers. From trying out firefighting gear to exploring engineering projects, students got to see firsthand what makes working for the City of Kettering special. Thank you to our amazing staff from Fire, Police, Engineering, HR, Communications, and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts for inspiring the next generation of public servants!

The City of Kettering is seeking to fill the Full-Time position of PRCA Manager II in the Parks Division. The PRCA Manager II position includes a salary up to $107,578 annually. Please visit www.ketteringoh.org/jobs to learn more and apply. The submission deadline is 5 p.m. on Feb. 24, 2025. The City of Kettering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.