Police Reform working groups to meet

The Community Engagement Working Group will meet on Tuesday, July 14, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Training (de-escalation and implicit bias) Working Group will meet on Wednesday, July 15, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Meetings may be viewed at daytonohio.gov/govt...

Neighborhoods: Book the Census Van for your community

The Dayton-Montgomery County 2020 Mobile Census Unit in the Wright-Dunbar neighborhood.

The Dayton-Montgomery County Complete Count Committee has launched its 2020 Census mobile unit, available now through August 31. Equipped with a wi-fi hotspot and digit...

City distributes free masks at fire stations

The City of Dayton is distributing free face masks to Dayton residents, to help the community slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. A pack of 10 masks is available to each household and may be picked up at any Dayton fire station from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m....

Appointments required for City taxpayers needing filing assistance

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has required the City of Dayton Department of Finance to change the way it serves customers needing assistance with City income tax filing. 

For everyone’s safety, Dayton tax customers may now receive in-...

Neighborhoods - book the census van

Looking to increase your neighborhood’s 2020 Census response rate? The Dayton-Montgomery County 2020 Census Van is rolling through a neighborhood near you! Community organizations can book our WiFi-equipped van for free (M-F, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., and ...

City releases names of members of police reform working groups

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City Commission passes mandatory mask ordinance

The Dayton City Commission passed an emergency ordinance requiring residents and visitors to wear a face mask. The move is aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19. The new ordinance goes into effect Friday, July 3, at 8 a.m. The law requires face covering...

City to resume delinquent water account shutoffs

On March 13, 2020, Mayor Nan Whaley suspended the shut-off of water service due to the inability to pay for Dayton Utility residential customers. This action protected citizens and ensured access to clean drinking water during the COVID-19 emergency. The ...

'Collective Community Conversations' on racism and justice

The ZOOM-based events will occur on June 25 and July 8 and 23. Everyone is welcome to join in. More information here.

Dayton chosen for 'Accelerator for America' financial initiative

The non-profit Accelerator for America will provide technical assistance and $50,000 to help the City of Dayton stand up the infrastructure needed to successfully administer a large-scale financial assistance program for residents whose livelihoods have b...

City declares racism a public health crisis

Read the resolution here.

City assists businesses in expanding outdoor seating

New City of Dayton guidelines for outdoor dining and customer service areas will assist businesses in expanding seating capacity while meeting social distancing health and safety standards. 

The Pop-Up Patio Program provides businesses with guidan...

Recreation centers, tennis complex open to community

On Monday, June 15, three City of Dayton recreation centers (Greater Dayton, Northwest and Lohrey) and the Jim Nichols Tennis Complex will open to the community. 

The recreation centers will operate fitness rooms and offer group exercise classes. ...

City of Dayton Income Tax Extended to July 15, 2020

Free lifeguard training

Training is free for candidates committing to City of Dayton employment. Get more information and a schedule of classes here.

Dayton Blues Festival canceled

The 2020 Dayton Blues Festival, presented by the Department of Recreation and Youth Services, is canceled.

The festival, which was scheduled for Sunday, July 12, at the Levitt Pavilion, will not be rescheduled.

Watch for updates on the Dayton Funk and Regga...

A reminder to Dayton-area building owners

After several weeks under the stay-at-home order, buildings that had been idle or underutilized for a time will be reopening. It’s important to remember to flush the stagnant water from all devices, faucets, and filters connected to the water sy...

During the COVID-19 crisis your drinking water is safe

Did you know that viruses cannot spread through drinking water supplies? Thanks to the various treatments that are used to process groundwater, viruses are inactivated or removed entirely. In fact, water is an essential component in the fight against COVI...

Information helping homeowners

Please contact City of Dayton Water Department for more information.  

Phone: 937-333-3725