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Volunteer Opportunities The City of Kettering Volunteer program strives to provide volunteers with a positive experience that promotes creativity, expands knowledge, and utilizes skills and talents. Potential Volunteer pportunities: Special Event volunteers are needed throughout the year to assist our Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Dept. with family and children activities. These events take place...

In November of each year, a Volunteer Recognition Luncheon is held for volunteers and their staff supervisors. At the luncheon, the mayor presents volunteers with awards based on cumulative hours contributed. This luncheon is held at the Presidential Banquet Center and all volunteers are invited to attend. The following is a list of volunteers that...

There are many benefits to volunteering for the City of Kettering. Here are some of the benefits as cited by our Volunteer Kettering participants: • Gain job experience and secure a job reference • Learn new skills • Explore a new career • Get involved in the community • Learn about City government • Stay active...

Applications & Information Below are the links to the volunteer applications. Once you are finished filling out your information, make sure to hit the submit button at the bottom. We will contact you shortly after your application is submitted. If you are 18 or older, please complete the adult application. If you are 17 or...

How do I go about becoming a volunteer? The first step is to complete an application. Once we receive your information we will contact you. Must I be a City of Kettering resident to volunteer for the City of Kettering?      No, many of our volunteers are from surrounding communities. You need only have...

The City of Kettering Volunteer Advisory Council consists of 12 members appointed by the Mayor. The members represent a variety of sectors, including business, nonprofit agencies, faith based organizations and volunteer groups. Ex-officio members are appointed by the Mayor as appropriate. The Advisory Council meets the first Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. at...

To file a request online: Please fill out the form below as completely as possible and click Submit.Or call: (937) 296-2472Complete the following. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required. 

Roadside Ditch Maintenance Roadside ditches are inspected and cleaned simultaneously as part of our storm sewer inspection and cleaning program. Typically, sections of ditchline that have silted in over the years will be re-graded upon request of the property owner and/or the Engineering Department. Private storm sewer pipe and driveway culverts encountered on unimproved streets...

Winter Weather Preparedness The safety of our community is a top priority as we strive to provide safe and passable road surfaces during winter storm events. The City of Kettering Streets Division plans for winter storms months ahead, even when the weather is warm! Organization and careful use of resources ensure safe driving routes. Main...

Storm water systems are often overlooked due to the non-visible elements of the buried infrastructure. It is important to dispose of materials in a responsible way, as storm drains discharge directly to creeks and other natural waterways! The storm sewer system is designed to carry rainfall and snowmelt, which may otherwise become problematic.  As water...

General Information The Streets Division is responsible
for the daily maintenance of over 258 miles of road! Clean streets and gutters not only give the City an overall clean appearance, but reduce traffic accidents and air pollution caused by fine dust particles or debris on the roadway.  Cleaning streets and gutters also prevents blockage of storm...

Traffic Cones Usage The Streets Division loans traffic cones on a two week maximum basis to Kettering residents for multiple uses: Driving Test Preparation Church Functions Community Events Please call our office at (937) 296-2472 to complete your request. Block Parties The City of Kettering allows block parties on selected residential streets. You can submit...

Recycling FAQs Q: How do I obtain a recycling cart? A: Rumpke handles trash collection and recycling within the City of Kettering. Your recycling container will be delivered upon initiation of trash service. Please contact Rumpke at 1-800-828-8171. Q: Is recycling included with my trash pick-up? A: For more information regarding trash removal or recycling...