Welcome to Miami Township!
Situated along the banks of the Little Miami and East Fork rivers, Miami Township is one of the fastest growing and most livable communities in the Greater Cincinnati area. Miami Township is family-friendly with a unique blend of residential and business areas combined with excellent parks, recreational facilities and elected officials and staff that value its residents.
Nestled in the northwest corner of Clermont County, Miami Township is centrally located along the I-275 business loop. Originally founded in 1801 as O'Bannon Township, Miami Township has seen tremendous growth since 1960 as the township transformed from a rural countryside to a bustling suburban community.
Today, Miami Township hosts major employers, offers an extensive selection of newer homes, a high level of services and an excellent quality of life. Its 33+ square miles include neighborhoods with such picturesque names as Day Heights, Branch Hill, Mount Repose, Mulberry and Miamiville. Easy access to the I-275 bypass makes it convenient to downtown Cincinnati, the burgeoning business development to the north of the city, or to all the shopping, restaurants and services one could want close by.
Three Township Trustees and a Fiscal Officer provide strong local government that includes Fire/EMS & Police Departments. Several major employers are headquartered here. Five Township parks cover nearly 300 acres, offering opportunities for fun and fitness to residents free of charge. The best-known recreational ‘facility’ is the Little Miami Bike Trail, which originates in Old Milford and follows the route of a former railroad for approximately 80 miles. This paved pathway is ideal for biking, jogging or walking.
Natural beauty year-round provides rural ambience and scenic locations for homes in all price ranges in Miami Township. Higher-end new construction is definitely on the rise as more and more people discover its gently rolling hills, forested areas and river views. Miami Township proudly calls itself one of the fastest-growing, family-friendly areas in Greater Cincinnati. It’s easy to see why!
Information about Miami Township's Government
MIAMI TOWNSHIP Clermont County OH
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Administrator Larry Fronk |
Administrative Offices:
6101 Meijer Drive, Miami Township, OH 45150
MiamiTwpOH.gov | (513) 248-3725
Miami Township has 6 departments as follows: Administration, Fire/EMS, Parks & Recreation, Police, Service and Community Development/Zoning.
Administration
Service Highlights: The Miami Township Administrator’s Office includes Township Administration Larry Fronk, the Fiscal Officer’s staff, and all other Administrative Staff. It located inside the Miami Township Civic Building at 6101 Meijer Drive. General questions about township operations and functions may be directed to the Administrative Staff. Questions related to a specific department (police, fire, road maintenance, recreation, zoning) should be directed to that department first.
Fire & Emergency Medical Services
Service Highlights: The Miami Township Fire and Emergency Medical Service is the branch of township operations providing fire, rescue, and emergency medical response. Miami Township Fire/EMS employs 44 full-time employees supplemented by a dynamic group of part-time and volunteer personnel. Currently 39 of the full-time personnel work a 24 / 48 hours shift system where they are on-duty for 24 then are off-duty for 48 hours. The other full-time staff is administrative, working normal business hours. All personnel are required to be cross trained to a minimum State of Ohio EMT-B, and State Certified Fire fighter. Additionally, all full-time personnel are required to complete an intense six week Fire Academy course and all newly hired employees are Ohio Paramedic Certified. We also employ an administrative assistant at our headquarters. The service operates 3 stations which are manned 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Our fleet consists of 3 primary engines, 1 brush fire unit, 1 salvage/rehab unit, 3 advanced life support ambulances, 1 supervisor vehicle, 3 chief’s cars, and 3 staff/utility vehicles. All engines are equipped with advanced life support equipment, generators, gasoline powered fans, foam, and rescue cutters/spreaders. Our run volumes have risen steadily as the population of the township has increased. A sample of the services provided by us include fire rescue response, emergency medical treatment and transport, fire safety inspections, public fire education (schools and business), fire hydrant maintenance, juvenile fire setter education, senior citizen safety programs, and CPR / first aid programs
Parks & Recreation
Service Highlights: The Miami Township Parks and Recreation Department enriches the lives of our residents through recreational activities, enhancement of natural beauty in our public parks, and by maintaining a safe, clean environment. With approximately 300 acres of green space, Miami Township has the best park system in the area. There are five parks in the Miami Township Park System; Community Park on Buckwheat Road, Paxton Ramsey Park on Price Road, Miami Meadows Park on State Route 131, Miami Riverview Park on Branch Hill Loveland Road and Longfield Acres in the Longfield subdivision. There's something here for everyone, whether it's playing baseball, basketball, tennis, football, volleyball or soccer; fishing at our catch and release lake; trying out your latest moves at our Skatepark; or taking a leisurely ride along the Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail. We consistently strive to meet the best interests of the community in short-term as well as long-term goals. Our Parks and Recreation Programs are based on the fact that children perform best in a positive, fun, learning environment, and that adults need to have some fun and enjoyment, too. The Miami Township Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing year-round activities to residents of all ages. Programs and activities sponsored by the department are fee-based and are generally not subsidized by Township tax dollars. The Miami Township park system is open to all residents without fee. If you would like to reserve a particular field or facility, a permit is required through the Township offices at minimal cost. In addition, Miami Township encourages persons with special needs to participate in all programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodations or a “Program Buddy”, please contact the Director of Parks and Recreation in advance to discuss your specific needs. Miami Township can boast of one of the finest parks systems in the area, with over 300 acres dedicated to the recreational enjoyment of residents. The parks offer walking trails, playgrounds, fields for baseball, soccer and football, courts for volleyball, basketball and tennis, plus fishing, horseshoe pits, picnic and reception facilities, a skate park and much more.
Police
Service Highlights: The Miami Township Police Department is an internationally accredited agency consisting of 44 sworn employees and five non-sworn support service employees with diverse backgrounds in the law enforcement profession. We have a strong sense of pride and duty about our work and we are dedicated to the service of our citizens. The Miami Township Police Department offers many services to the community through a variety of programs and specialized units. These include a road patrol division, bike patrol unit, traffic safety unit, D.A.R.E. and school resource officers, Community Oriented Policing (COP) officers, and an Investigations division. Officers of the Miami Township Police Department’s Patrol Division spend much of their time on the lookout for criminal activity and potential disturbances, traffic violations and hazards, dangerous situations and conditions, and people in need of assistance. Patrol officers are the first to respond in the event of emergencies, disturbances, crimes, traffic problems or accidents. Whenever possible, they will handle the situation with whatever immediate action is appropriate, perform follow-up investigations or make referrals as necessary. The majority of incidents are handled from start to finish by the initially responding Patrol officers, however, they can call upon a variety of specialized resources within the Miami Township Police Department when appropriate. Patrol officers make full use of community resources to assist with their mission, and invest as much time as possible in maintaining the Police Department’s most direct link with the public it serves.
Service
Service Highlights: The Miami Township Service Department’s mission is to ensure the public safety by providing quality maintenance of township infrastructure: its roads, buildings, cemeteries and parks. Our goal is to achieve customer satisfaction by providing public services with pride, courtesy and commitment. The department is responsible for the many tasks that go into maintaining the 440 streets with a total of 130 road miles; 4 parks covering 250 acres; 3 cemeteries; and all township buildings. The department has pioneered computerized infrastructure management since 1994 with computers located in trucks to not only reduce paperwork, but also provides current information and mapping to our employees while in the field. Our fleet of 10 salt trucks is capable of salting all the township streets in 4 hours. When plowing is necessary (total accumulation of 3” or more) the plowing process is completed in two passes. The first pass opens the roads to traffic, while the second pass pushes the snow back for mail delivery. This process takes 8 hours or more after it stops snowing. Salt usage has been reduced with the installation of ground sensing equipment. Calcium Chloride systems on the trucks improve our ability to melt snow and ice even in sub-zero conditions. Salt supply problems will no longer limit our capabilities; a season’s worth of salt is stored in the dome off Meijer Drive. Potholes are filled as reported. Any pothole capable of causing damage to a car is filled immediately. To report potholes please call the Service Department office at 248-3728.
Community Development/Zoning
Service Highlights: The Community Development Department is responsible for all zoning, code enforcement and land-use planning activities in Miami Township. Miami Township has its own Zoning Resolution, which establishes local control of zoning and puts the future of the township in the hands of locally elected officials. Currently the Zoning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals, both made up of Miami Township residents appointed by the Board of Trustees, enforce and make recommendations on zoning matters. The Zoning Commission hears and submits recommendations to the Board of Trustees regarding proposed amendments to the Zoning Resolution or the zoning map. The Board of Trustees makes the final decision on all zoning amendments. The Board of Zoning Appeals hears and makes decisions relating to special requests or variances from the strict enforcement of the Zoning Resolution. The Board of Appeals also hears appeals from decisions made by the Community Development staff. Miami Township has seen tremendous growth in the last several decades, as the community has transformed from rural countryside to a bustling suburban community. People and businesses are finding Miami Township to be a great place to live, work and play. Zoning is the tool used to direct this growth and to ensure Miami Township maintains its livable neighborhoods and its vibrant business districts. Community Development staff review plans and issue zoning certificates for all residential and commercial property improvements. Miami Township is also one of only a few townships with an adopted Property Maintenance Code to provide a tool to address nuisance issues that effect property.
Statistical Information
Population: 36,632
Growth: 29.9% since 1990 (2000 Census) * Highest for townships in Clermont county
Land Area: 33 square miles
Household Income: $65,851 (2000 Census) *Highest in Clermont County
Per Capita Income: $27,798 (2000 Census) *Highest in Clermont County
Median Housing Value: $184,000 (2000 Ohio Board of Realtors)
Tax Information Income Tax:
None - Townships are prohibited by state law from imposing an earnings tax.
Property Taxes
The amount of millage for township, county, vocational school, and library purposes are the same throughout the township, however, property tax millage differs for each respective school district. Property tax is assessed on 35% of the total valuation of property, e.g. $100,000 home is taxed at $35,000 ($1000,000 x 3.5).
Township Services:
Police
Fire/Emergency Medical Services
Street/Road Maintenance
Community Development/Zoning
Recreation
Parks Maintenance
Cemetery Maintenance
Snow Removal
Other Services Water and Sewer:
The Clermont County Water and Sewer District provide services to the majority of Township residents and businesses. The water and sewer rates are very competitive with rates provided by area water and sewer providers.
Waste Removal:
Township residents and businesses contract individually for waste removal services. The two companies providing service currently are Rumpke: 1-800-626-3136 and CSI (BFI/Clermont County Waste Removal): (513) 771-4200.