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Kistler, Virginia, Mutual Homes, 2018Parks and Recreation

Virginia Kistler (Gahanna, OH) Mutual Homes, 2018 Stainless steel Location: Oak Park Mutual Homes reflects the meaning of home to Oak Park residents. Kistler was inspired by the characteristics of Oak Park's 1945 Cape Cod-style homes, the history of the neighborhood, and the words and images shared by its residents today. Kistler found the manufacturing...

Survey: Help us choose new playground equipment at State Farm ParkParks and Recreation

We want your opinion! View pictures of the equipment and rate the options for replacing the playground that was lost to a fire at State Farm. Click here to take the survey. Thank you for helping us choose the best option!

Department InformationParks and Recreation

Welcome to The City of Kettering's Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts! Our goal is quality service focused on community MISSION We are here to provide quality parks, recreation and cultural arts that make Kettering home. VISION We envision an exceptional and engaging parks, recreation and cultural arts department that improves the quality of...

Environmental Education Programs for FamiliesParks and Recreation

The Habitat Environmental Center is proud to give families the opportunity to experience nature together. We offer programs year round, so be sure to check out what we’re offering this season. Children (and grown-ups) should head outside EVERY day and breathe in some fresh air. Make it a part of your day to...

Bacon Fest 2025

August 2, 2025

Bacon Fest 2025 in partnership with Miami Valley Restaurant Association Everything Goes Better with Bacon Saturday, August 2, 2025 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM Gates open at 4:00 PM The 12th Bacon Fest is brought to you by Fraze Pacilion and Miami Valley Restaurant Association. Free and open to the public, savor the flavor of breakfast’s...

Accreditation and AwardsParks and Recreation

Accredited Agency: 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016 and 2021 The City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is accredited through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) based on an external review of the agency’s overall quality of operation, management and service to...

Administrative Code

Part One – Administrative Code Index Part One- Chapter 101 – Codified Ordinances Part One – Chapter 103 – Official Standards Part One – Chapter 105 – Districts and Boundaries Part One – Chapter 107 – Elections Part One – Chapter 121 – Council Rules and Procedures Part One – Chapter 123 – Ordinances and...

KetterGreen

What is KetterGreen? The City of Kettering is committed to working locally to improve the social, economical and environmental well being of our community. As part of this commitment, the City has formed KetterGreen, a committee that helps promote and organize environmental events within the City facilities as well as the community. Events KetterGreen has...

Frequently Asked Questions

Building & Zoning Frequently Asked Questions What is a permit? A permit is a license allowing you or a contractor to perform work on your house or building. It is issued to the owner or the owner’s agent, such as the contractor, sub-contractor or other person responsible for the work being done, and it identifies...

Cities of Service - Sunny View Acres, Irelan Estates, and Rubicon Heights

2019 - Sunny View Acres, Irelan Estates, and Rubicon Heights Thank you to the neighborhoods of Sunny View Acres, Irelan Estates, and Rubicon Heights for being our 2019 Cities of Service Neighborhood! Make a Difference Day - October 26, 2019 A block party was held on Saturday, June 8th at Irelan Park from 11:00 a.m....

Animal Control

The City of Kettering provides residents with supplemental services, not provided by the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center. In Kettering, the Community Service Specialist works directly through the Kettering Police Department. The Community Service Specialist can be reached at 937-296-3266. Responsibilities Handles stray animal calls Handling sick or injured wildlife Handling animal cruelty or neglect...

Goodacre, Glenna, The Runner, 2007Parks and Recreation

Glenna Goodacre The Runner, installed 2007 Bronze Location: Lincoln Park Civic Commons The Runner is a bronze are from Glenna Goodacre’s series entitled Park Place and is from an edition of 16. Nationally recognized, Goodacre is most well-known for her representational bronze sculptures including the Women’s Vietnam Memorial in Washington D.C. and the Sacagawea dollar...

Recruitment and Selection

Current full-time employment opportunities are posted online and on the job board outside the City of Kettering Human Resource Department, 3600 Shroyer Road, Kettering, Ohio. Applications / Resumes are only accepted for current job openings that are posted. Individuals interested in employment with the City of Kettering may subscribe to receive notification emails when new...

Holyoke Beth and Kaethi Seidl, EGG, 2010Parks and Recreation

Beth Holyoke and Käthi Seidl EGG, 2010 Concrete, ceramic, glaze, glass Location: J.F. Kennedy Park, Kettering Beth Holyoke and Käthi Seidl worked with the community surrounding Kennedy Park in Kettering to design a larger-than-life egg, covered in hand-made mosaic tiles. Through a public meeting, Kennedy Park neighbors and Kettering residents planned the theme of the...

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...

What is the phone number for a Kettering school?

Beavertown School – 499-1740 – 2700 Wilmington Pike 45419 Greenmont School – 499-1850 – One East Wren Circle 45420 Indian Riffle School – 499-1720 – 3090 Glengarry Drive 45420 John F. Kennedy School – 499-1830 – 5030 Polen Drive 45440 Oakview School – 499-1870 - 4001 Ackerman Boulevard 45429 Orchard Park School – 499-1910 -...

Where can I find information on the BMX track?Parks and Recreation

Our BMX track is located at Delco Park (1700 Delco Park Drive). The track is open to the public from dawn to dusk daily, unless it is in use for a BMX tournament. All youth must be accompanied and supervised by and adult. Proper safety equipment is strongly encouraged for all riders. To prevent damage...

Community Shred Day

October 11, 2025

Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. – Noon Kettering Business Park 950 Forrer Blvd. (behind Kettering Municipal Court) Accepted items • Office paper: please place in paper bags or cardboard boxes, not plastic • Small electronics: laptops, desktop computers and flat screen monitors, cell phones, VCR and DVD players • Styrofoam Thank you...

Code of ConductParks and Recreation

Code of Conduct Upon entering a City of Kettering recreation facility or grounds, you are a participant of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department and are required to abide by the rules of the department. We are here to provide quality parks, recreation and cultural arts that make Kettering home. Your cooperation and consideration...

Public WorkshopsParks and Recreation

Since fall 2017, artist Virginia Kistler has been working with children, residents and veterans to create a unique piece of artwork for Oak Park. The dedication of this artwork will be in late spring of 2018. Details will be posted on this page! Support for this project is made possible by CitySites, the Community Foundation...

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