Village Services:
Below is an alphabetized listing of areas of concern that residents of Amelia Village often have. We hope that this information can answer any questions you may have but if not feel free to call the Municipal offices Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Abandoned Vehicles back to top
The Amelia Police Department is authorized to provide for the removal of any vehicle left unattended upon any public street for seventy-two hours, any vehicle that is illegally parked that constitutes a hazard or obstruction to the normal movement of traffic or any vehicle that is left on private property for more than seventy-two hours without the property’s owner’s permission. Owners of illegally parked or unattended vehicles are liable for citation and towing/impound fees. For further information, contact the Amelia Police Department at 753-4747.
Accident Reportsback to top
Reports can be obtained at the Amelia Police Department, 44 West Main Street Monday through Friday during normal business hours. There is no charge for any report that is five pages or less. Any report greater than five pages will have a charge of five (5) cents per page.
Amelia Business Associationback to top
Many of the area business leaders have formed an organization to address their concerns. They get together on the second Thursday of each month, at 8:00 a.m. at the Country Inn Restaurant, 910 Ohio Pike, Withamsville, Ohio. For information call 752-2586.
.Amelia Municipal Officesback to top
Located at 44 West Main Street, Amelia, Ohio. The Municipal Office is open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone for all departments – 753-4747,
Faxes:
Administrative/Court – 753-7897,
Police – 752-7521
Animal Licenseback to top
All dogs and cats in Clermont County are required to be licensed. For more information and license purchase locations, call 732-8854.
Athletic Programsback to top
Volunteer athletic associations, not associated with the Village, offer a variety of competitive sports programs for youth to participate in throughout the year, such as baseball, football, soccer, and softball. For additional information, see the individual sports contacts listed under “Other Useful Numbers” at the back of this listing.
Barking Dogsback to top
No person shall allow a dog to disturb their neighbors by frequent or habitual barking. For more information, call the Amelia Police Department at 753-4747.
Basketball Courtsback to top
The Village has one unlighted, outside court at Groh Park located on Huntsman Trace near Quail Creek and two unlighted, outside courts at Spencer Shank Park on Robin Way in Sedona Ridge. Both Parks are open from dawn until dusk.
Block Partiesback to top
Residents must make requests by application at least two weeks in advance. Arrangements will then be made for sawhorses/barricades to temporarily block off their street. Police officers are available to visit neighborhood parties or participate in special neighborhood events. Call the Municipal Office at 753-4747 for an application or more information.
Board of Electionsback to top
Located at 76 South Riverside Drive in Batavia can be reached at 732-7275. In order to vote in any election, you must be a resident of Amelia and registered to vote at least 30 days prior to any election.
Board of Zoning Appealsback to top
A five (5) member board meets on an as-needed basis to review minor variations from the zoning code. All members are volunteer residents of Amelia Village and appointed by the Mayor to staggered four (4) year terms.
Boards and Commissionsback to top
Residents are encouraged to apply for appointment to any position on the Village’s voluntary boards and commissions. They include: Board of Zoning Appeals, Planning Commission, and the Recreation Commission. For further information, please call 753-4747.
Building Permits -
See ‘Electrical Permits’.back to top
Bureau of Motor Vehiclesback to top
There are two BMV offices convenient for residents of Amelia. The Batavia branch is located at 457 West Main Street Batavia, OH 45103 (513) 732-7665 The Anderson branch is on Five Mile Road near the intersection of Beechmont Avenue in Five Mile Shopping Center in the Anderson Township, 232-9444.
Cable Serviceback to top
Provided by Time Warner Cable. For further information call 469-1145.
Cart Transit Systemback to top
Clermont County provides a door to door bus system that is available by appointment. Please call 724-7433 for further information.
Churches:back to top
The following churches are located within the Village. There are several other churches in the surrounding area. Consult your phone book for further information.
Amelia United Methodist
19 East Main Street
753-6770 |
Central Baptist
111 East Main Street
753-4601 |
First Baptist
85 West Main Street
753-5761 |
Ohio Pike Church of God
92 East Main Street
797-5837 |
Episcopal, Good Samaritan Church
25 Amelia Olive Branch
753-4115 |
Clermont County Officesback to top
The following is a list of offices for Clermont County:
Battered Women 753-7281
Board of Elections 732-7275
Board of Health 732-7499
Building Inspector 732-7213
C.C. Recovery Center 735-8100
Early Intervention 732-7499
Emergency Sewer 732-7040
Emergency Water 553-4113
Head Start 732-5432
Human Services 732-7111
Planning Commission 732-7213
Rape Crisis Center 721-7900
Runaways 961-4080
Suicide Prevention County 248-0421
Sewer and Water District 732-7970
Concerns or Questions – If you have any concerns or questions regarding village services, please call 753-4747.
Dead Animal Removalback to top
If the animal is on Main Street please call ODOT at 797-6008. For all other streets please call the Municipal offices at 753-4747.
Decksback to top
A zoning permit is required to build a deck. Contact the Zoning Department at 753-4747.
Digging/Excavatingback to top
Prior to digging on private or public property, call the Ohio Utilities Protection Service at
1-800-362-2764 so they can properly identify the location of all service lines.
Easementsback to top
For questions concerning easements, please contact the Zoning Department at 753-4747.
Electrical Permitsback to top
Permits are issued for Amelia Village through Clermont County Permit Central 732-7230.
Electric Serviceback to top
Electric service is provided by Duke Energy. For services, call 421-9500. For emergencies call 651-4182.
Emergency 9-1-1back to top
For police, medical, or fire emergencies services, dial 9-1-1. The phone number and address of the caller will appear on a computer display screen, and emergency personnel will be dispatched immediately.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)back to top
Village businesses and residents are provided emergency medical services through a contract between Union Township Fire & EMS. Non-emergency number is 528-4446. In an emergency, always call 9-1-1.
Environmental Complaintsback to top
All complaints related to the environment are investigated by the Clermont County Board of Health. For further information, please call 732-7499.
Environmental Healthback to top
The Clermont County Board of Health licenses and inspects restaurants, food vending machines, grocery stores and schools. Please call 732-7499 for more information.
Fencesback to top
A zoning permit is required to build a fence. Residents are strongly encouraged to get their property surveyed prior to putting up any kind of fence along property lines. Call 753-4747 for further information.
Finesback to top
All citations issued by the Amelia Police Department can be paid in person by cash, check, or money order at the Municipal Office at 44 West Main Street, Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. After hours, a drop box is available at the front of the building for payment by check or money order.
Fire Departmentback to top
Village businesses and residents are provided fire service through a contract between the Village and Union Township Fire & EMS. Non-emergency number is 752-1230. In an emergency, always call 9-1-1.
Financeback to top
The Village Treasurer’s office expends all revenues, authorized by Council, within the Village. The Clermont County Auditor’s office collects all property taxes for the Village.
Furniture Disposalback to top
Large items can be disposed of by purchasing a sticker at CVS Drugstore located at Oak and Main Streets. Call 753-4747 for further information.
Garage Salesback to top
Permits are required for all garage/yard sales within the Village. Permits and are available at the Municipal Office free of charge. Each resident is limited to three permits per year at no charge. One weekend a year (the first weekend in June) the Recreation Commission sponsors a “Village Wide Yard Sale” for which permits are not required. Call 753-4747 for more details.
Garbage Collection -
See ‘Trash Collection’.back to top
Gas Service
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Gas service is provided by Cinergy. For service, call 421-9500. For emergencies, please call 651-4182.
Hospitalback to top
The closest hospital in the area is Mercy Hospital Clermont approximately eight (8) miles from Amelia. The following is a list of hospitals with their addresses and phone numbers.
Mercy Hospital Clermont
3000 Hospital Drive
732-8200 |
Mercy Hospital Anderson
7500 State Road
624-4500 |
Bethesda North Hospital
10500 Montgomery Road
745-1111 |
Children’s Hospital
3333 Burnet Avenue
636-4200 |
The Christ Hospital
2139 Auburn Avenue
585-2000 |
Good Samaritan Hospital
375 Dixmyth Avenue
872-1400 |
The University Hospital
234 Goodman Street
584-1000 |
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Junk Vehiclesback to top
Junk or disabled vehicles must be kept in a garage or building out of public sight. For information, contact the Zoning Department at 753-4747.
Lawncareback to top
In an attempt to ensure the attractiveness of Amelia and control noxious weeds and grass, property owners are required to keep all weeds and grass less than 12 inches high. If after notification the grass/weeds have not been cut, the Village will contract to have the property mowed and the property owner will be billed. If that bill is not paid within 30 days a lien can be placed on the property. If you would like to report a violation please call the Zoning Department at 753-4747. Also see ‘Yard Waste’.
Leavesback to top
The Village sponsors a fall leaf pickup season beginning in October through Thanksgiving. Residents may rake their leaves to the curb or bag the leaves up and leave at curbside. Exact beginning and ending dates of pickup may vary from year to year depending on the weather. For further information contact the Village offices at 753-4747. You do not need to call to arrange pickups.
Libraryback to top
The Amelia Branch of the Clermont County Public Library is located at 58 Maple Street. For further information, contact the Library at 752-5580.
License Bureau -
See ‘Bureau of Motor Vehicles’.back to top
Locationback to top
Amelia Village is located in central Clermont County on the outer suburbs of Cincinnati, approximately 25 minutes from downtown Cincinnati, via I-275. Exit 65 at Beechmont/Amelia exit and travel approximately 5 miles East; easy commuting distance to Downtown Cincinnati.
Maintenance Department -
See ‘Public Works’.back to top
Maps of the Villageback to top
In 2003 the Village contracted to have maps of the village and surrounding areas printed and made available to anyone that would like one, at no charge. Feel free to stop in our offices at 44 West Main Street and pick one up.
Mayorback to top
The Mayor is elected to a four (4) year term and is the Chief Executive Officer of the Village.
Mayor’s Courtback to top
Court is held every third (3rd) Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Offices. For further information, call the Municipal Office at
753-4747.
Medical Facilities -
See ‘Hospitals’.back to top
Newspaperback to top
There is one daily newspaper that services Amelia.
The Cincinnati Enquirer – 651-4500.
There are two weekly newspapers that service Amelia.
The Community Journal – 248-8600.
The Clermont Sun – 732-2511.
Noiseback to top
Excessive noise is prohibited by Amelia Municipal code. This includes noise of such intensity and duration as to unreasonably disturb the peace and quiet of a residential area.
Contact Union Township dispatch at 752-1230 and they will dispatch an Amelia officer to the scene.
Open Burningback to top
Is prohibited per the Ohio Administrative Code and is enforced by the Southwestern Ohio Air Pollution Control Agency and the Amelia Police Department. Call Union Township dispatch at 752-1230 and they will dispatch an Amelia officer to the scene.
Parkingback to top
Parking is prohibited by ordinance under the following conditions:
1. Anywhere on Main Street
2. On a sidewalk.
3. In front of a public or private driveway.
4. Within an intersection.
5. Within ten (10) feet of a fire hydrant.
6. On a crosswalk on Main Street.
7. Within one (1) foot of another parked vehicle.
8. Within thirty (30) feet of traffic control device or stop sign.
9. At any place where signs prohibit parking.
If you have any questions, call the Amelia Police Department at 753-4747.
Parksback to top
Amelia Village owns and operates three parks:
Robert W. Groh Community Parklocated on Huntsman Trace near Quail Creek and Woodside Park Subdivisions, is a small 5-acre park, which facilities include a full sized basketball court, picnic areas, a shelter area, walking trails, and playground equipment.
Spencer Shank Memorial Park located on Robin Way and Canary Drive in the Sedona Ridge Subdivision. This 20 acre park contains something for every person. Current facilities include a 10,000 sq.ft. children’s playground, ballfields, two full sized basketball courts, a 3000 ft. blacktopped walking trail, nine hole Disc Golf Course, a picnic shelter, and Clermont Counties’ first dog park, The Great Amelia Paw Park. Two baseball/softball practice fields are currently under construction. Future plans include an outdoor amphitheatre.
Arrowhead Pointe Park located at the intersection of Arrowhead Drive, and Drake Drive in the newer part of Quail Creek subdivision. This small (3/4 acre) pocket park is designed to accommodate the needs of smaller children in the surrounding neighborhood. Current facilities include children’s playground equipment, benches, picnic table, and a gazebo to sit and visit while watching the children play.
For more information on Amelia Parks please call 753-4747.
Permits -
See ‘Zoning Permits’.back to top
Planning Commissionback to top
Three at-large members serve four (4) staggered year terms. The Mayor and one member of Council (selected by council) are also members of the Commission. The Chairman is elected by this group, for that calendar year. The Commission reviews and makes recommendations to Council on zoning, commercial development, variance requests, subdivision proposals, and zoning ordinance amendments for further information see the Government section of this website.
Poison Information Centerback to top
Cincinnati 558-5111; Toll-free:
1-(800)-872-5111.
Police Departmentback to top
Located at the Municipal Offices at 44 West Main Street. Regular office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Non-emergency regular office number is
752-1230. All non-emergency call after regular office hours call Union Township dispatch at 752-1230 and they will dispatch an Amelia officer to the scene. Emergency number is 9-1-1, anytime.
Police Protectionback to top
The Amelia Police Department patrols all areas of the Village 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. For further information, please call 753-4747.
Populationback to top
Based on 2000 Federal Census, the population for the Village of Amelia is 2752 residents. Current Census estimates as of 2006 are 3516 residents.
Post Officeback to top
The Amelia Branch of the U.S. Post Office is located at 7 South Kline. Phone number is 1-800-275-8777.
Potholesback to top
For potholes or dangerous obstructions on Main Street, call ODOT at 1-932-3030. All other public streets in the Village contact the Municipal Office at 753-4747.
Property Taxesback to top
See ‘Taxes’. For information regarding property taxes, contact the Clermont County Real Estate Tax Office at
732-7763.
Public Utilitiesback to top
To request utility service, contact the following companies:
Cable Services – Time Warner Cable 797-4400
Gas & Electric Services – Duke 421-9500
Water & Sewer – Clermont Sewer District 732-7970
Tate Monroe Water – District 734-2236 (Sedona Ridge and Southridge residents only)
Telephone – Cincinnati Bell Telephone 565-2210
Public Works Departmentback to top
The Amelia Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance of over 4.0 miles of public streets and right-of-ways within the Village. Currently, ODOT is responsible for maintenance of Main Street. Hours of operations: Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. phone 753-4747.
Recreation Commissionback to top
The commission consists of five (5) volunteer at-large members along with a council liaison. All at-large members serve staggered four (4) year terms and are appointed by the Mayor. Their task is to work toward the development and maintenance of an integrated park system and comprehensive recreational programs.
Refuse Service – See ‘Trash Collection’.back to top
Right-of-Way Questionsback to top
The public right-of-way is a strip of land owned by the Village, which usually includes the roadway, the land between the roadway, and the sidewalk or utility poles. Generally, the right-of-way is a stretch of land 10-15 feet from the street. All mowing of public right-of-ways is the responsibility of abutting property owners. For further information, please contact the Zoning Department at 753-4747.
Schoolsback to top
Amelia Village residents are served by the West Clermont School District. For information contact the West Clermont Board of Education at 943-5000. Following are all the schools in the West Clermont School District that service the Amelia Village area.
Amelia Elementary
46 W. Main Street
753-4771 |
St. Bernadette School
1453 Locust Lake Road
753-4744 |
Amelia Middle School
1341 Clough Pike
753-5010 |
McNicholas High School
6536 Beechmont Ave.
231-3500 |
Amelia High School
1351 Clough Pike
753-5120 |
Sanitary Sewer Stoppagesback to top
For a stoppage in a sanitary sewer, call the Clermont County Solid Waste District, at 732-7894.
Signsback to top
To report illegally posted signs, or to obtain a permit to erect a permanent or temporary sign, call the Zoning Department at
753-4747. Warning, regulatory, and informational signs that are placed to control or guide traffic are installed, maintained and repaired by the Public Works Department at 753-4747.
Solicitationback to top
Commercial solicitations door-to door are allowed in the Village but all solicitors are required to register prior to any door-to-door solicitation. Contact the Municipal Offices at
753-4747.
Special Eventsback to top
Amelia Village hosts numerous community events throughout the year. These events include Easter Egg Hunt, Village Wide Yard Sale, Concert in the Park, and the Christmas Parade (2nd Sunday of December). Contact the Municipal Office for specific details at 753-4747.
Storm Sewer Serviceback to top
Public storm sewers in public right-of-ways are maintained by the Amelia Public Works Department. Storm Sewers on private property are the responsibility of the property owner.
Street Maintenanceback to top
Main Street is maintained by ODOT at
1-932-3030. All other public streets are maintained by the Amelia Public Services Department at 753-4747.
Street Lightsback to top
Report broken or burned out street lights to the Municipal Office at 753-4747.
Taxes
Earning Taxes – The Village does not impose any earnings
tax.
Income Taxes – The Village does not impose any income taxes.
Property Taxes – The effective tax rate that residential property owners pay is $55.73 (2008 rates) per $1000 of assessed property valuation. Effective Rate is $49.88 per $1000.00. Assessed property valuation is 35% of the appraised property values.
Telephone Servicesback to top
Please contact Cincinnati Bell Telephone for any questions regarding telephone service at 565-2210.
Traffic Signalsback to top
Report any problems with traffic signals to the Municipal Office at 753-4747.
Trash Collectionback to top
Trash collection is provided for single family residents only by contract with Rumpke Disposal, Inc. Curbside collection is provided each Thursday morning at no cost to the resident. Yard waste is not included on trash pickup day. (See ‘Yard Waste’ elsewhere in this directory for further details). Christmas Day and New Year's Day will cause service to be one day late for that week only.
Unlicensed/Unroadworthy Vehiclesback to top
Amelia Zoning Ordinance requires that vehicles stored outdoors on private property be roadworthy and currently licensed at all times. For further information, contact the Zoning Department at 753-4747.
Union Township Fire Department Rating – Current Classification is an “ISO Class 3”.back to top
Utility Requests - See ‘Public Utilities’.back to top
Vacation Police Checksback to top
Officers will do a routine house check for residents on vacation as part of their patrol. Complete an information form at the Amelia Police Department at least a week before you leave on vacation. Contact Amelia Police Department at 753-4747 for further details.
Village Closingsback to top
The Village offices are closed on the following Holidays:
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King Jr.
Presidents Day
Memorial Day
Fourth of July
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
If a holiday falls on Saturday, the office will be closed on Friday. If the holiday is on Sunday, the office will be closed on Monday. Police protection is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. On holidays for non-emergency response, contact the Union Township Dispatch at 752-1230. For an emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Village Councilback to top
The Amelia Village Council consists of six (6) members who are elected to serve staggered four (4) year terms. Council meetings are held on the first (1st) and third (3rd) Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Office (44 West Main Street). For more information, call
753-4747.
Village Governmentback to top
Amelia Village has a Mayor-Council Statutory form of government. Council is comprised of six (6) members elected in an at-large, non-partisan, staggered election held every two years for four year terms. The Mayor is elected in an at-large, non-partisan election for a four (4) year term.
Volunteeringback to top
For information on volunteer opportunities throughout the community, or to serve on a board/commission, call 753-4747.
Voter Registrationback to top
Residents may register to vote at the Amelia Branch Library located at 58 Maple Street, Amelia. Call them at 752-5580. For absentee ballots or other information, call the Clermont County Board of Elections at 732-7274.
Water Service – See ‘Public Utilities’.back to top
Weed Ordinance – See ‘Lawncare’.back to top
Wild Animalsback to top
If you are having trouble with wild animals, particularly skunks or raccoons, please call the Clermont County Game Warden at 734-7027, or look in your local phone book for wild animal removal services.
Yard Wasteback to top
Yard waste will be picked up on Mondays at curbside at no cost to Village residents. Residents must call the Municipal Office at least one day prior to the next pickup date. Yard waste must be in a trash bag and weigh no more than 30 pounds. Branches should be bundled no larger than 4’ in length. Call 753-4747 for further information.
Zip Code Information – 800-275-8777 or www.usps.comback to top
Zoning Board of Appeals – See ‘Board of Zoning Appeals’.back to top
Zoning and Subdivision Regulations back to top
Amelia Village Zoning Code and Subdivision Regulations are available for purchase at the Amelia Municipal Office. These publications are also available for public review during normal business hours.
Zoning Permits back to top
Zoning permits are required for most types of structure improvements. Contact the Zoning Department for further information at
753-4747. |
