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| January News
Mayor and Vice Mayor Selected
Mayor Muething is serving his second term as Mayor and third term on council. Vice Mayor Wolf is serving her third term as Vice Mayor and on council. To learn more about your elected officials, visit www.amberleyvillage.org and click on Government & Administration, then Council & Committees. |
Calendar Events January 11 Council Meeting 6:30 p.m. Watch the December Council Meeting December Council Meeting Highlights Brush Pick-Up Resumed January 4
Reviewing the brush guidelines can ensure the brush you set out is picked up and keeps our employees safe. Materials mixed in with brush can cause costly damage to the Village’s chipper. We appreciate your effort work together with us to provide the most efficient service possible to the community. |
 Recognition of Planning Commission Member Larry McGraw
Council recognized Larry McGraw at its December 14 meeting for his dedication and time serving as a board member of the Village’s Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals. Mr. McGraw submitted his resignation effective December 31, 2015. Council presented Mr. McGraw with a service plaque to show their appreciation for his contributions and commitment. |
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| Recognition of Council Member Bill Doering
At the January 11 meeting, Council plans to show their appreciation of Bill Doering’s service to the community as he submitted his resignation for personal reasons effective December 31, 2015. Mr. Doering has served in the At-Large council seat for two council terms and was re-elected to serve a third term. All are welcome to attend the January 11 meeting to wish Bill the best and thank him for his dedication to Amberley. |
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| Scott Wolf Re-Appointed as Planning Commission/BZA Member
A 31-year career as an attorney currently with Weisser & Wolf and professional association with the Cincinnati Jewish Community Center and Adath Israel Synagogue continue to benefit Amberley through his commitment to serving the community. |
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| Open Seat for Council Member and Planning Commission Member
Open Seat for Council Member Open Seat for Planning Commission Member |
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| Vacancy for Police-Fire Department Filled
He will serve the dual role of performing fire fighting duties for the Village and will attend the Fire Academy in late February to receive state certification as a fire fighter. The Police-Fire Department is pleased to introduce its newest hire to the community. |
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| Healthy Home Series: Keep It Pest Free
This month the Environmental Stewardship Committee’s healthy home series is bringing awareness to keeping your home pest-free.
1. Make seasonal checks Check your homes for areas that may be susceptible to entry by tiny animals. Even small cracks in the foundation or small holes in the roof can be an invitation to squirrels, mice and other animals and bugs to enter your home. 2. Remove any wood piles or debris Small animals and insects often take shelter in moist and dark areas. Don’t allow soil or mulch to build up around the foundation. Firewood should be stored away from the home. 3. Trim tree limbs and branches near the home Animals like squirrels and raccoons can scurry across them to make their way into your attic. Hiring a tree service company to cut back overhanging limbs can remove a possible point of entry. 4. Seal holes or openings in windows and doors Make sure they are properly sealed and caulked to prevent entry from small critters and insects. 5. Secure containers indoors and outdoors Make sure garbage cans and recycling bins are sealed and placed away from the house. If you compost, consider doing so in a closed-top bin, and keep it as far from your home as possible. 6. Clean the kitchen Clear food from all surfaces, clean dishes every night, and sweep floors of crumbs. To pests, your kitchen could be perceived as a buffet. 7. If Pests are Found If pests are found, use sticky-traps and baits in closed containers, along with least toxic pesticides such as boric acid powder. In case of more severe problems, consult a professional licensed pest control service. Sources: http://www.angieslist.com/articles/7-simple-steps-keep-your-home-pest-free.htm, http://www.nrdc.org/health/pesticides/gpests.asp |
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The Council’s first order of business for the 2015-2017 term was to select a Mayor and Vice Mayor to serve the duration of the council term. 
At its December 14 meeting, 
With bulk leaf collection completed on December 31, the maintenance department resumed the highly valued brush collection service January 4. Bring your brush piles to the curb!
Council, at is December 14 meeting, unanimously re-appointed Scott Wolf to another four-year term as a board member of the Village’s Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. Wolf has been serving in this position since 2008. 
The Village has two vacancies–one for a Council Member and one for a Planning Commission member. Below are links to the vacancy announcements, the submission deadlines as well as a job description for each position. Questions can be directed to Village Manager Scot Lahrmer at 531-8675 or 
Police-Fire Officer Nick Mercer joined the Police-Fire Department on December 15, 2015. Mercer was 