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Zip Codes in Your Community
West Chester's approximately 36 square miles are represented by five different zip codes – 45011, 45014, 45069, 45241 and 45246. The largest portion of the Township falls within the 45069 zip code.
Residents and businesses using the remaining zip codes typically use Hamilton, Fairfield or Cincinnati as their address. For example:
Hamilton, OH 45011
Fairfield, OH 45014
Cincinnati or Sharonville, OH 45241
Cincinnati or Springdale, OH 45246
The U.S. Postal Service however, reports that residents and businesses within West Chester Township, using the 45011 or 45014 zip codes may use West Chester as their mailing address without impacting delivery. These residents and businesses can now demonstrate their community pride by using "West Chester" as their mailing address along with their existing zip code.
This impacts residents and businesses on the west side of the community and participation is optional.
Guidelines for Placement of Political Signage
West Chester Township has helpful guidelines for placement of political signs in the community in order to maintain a neat and orderly appearance and reduce distractions for motorists.
Candidates and political groups will receive a letter from West Chester Community Development prior to the election season which provides guidance for the placement of signs. If signs are found to be in violation of these guidelines, every effort is made to contact the owner of the sign offering the opportunity to relocate the sign to an appropriate location. If signs placed inappropriately are not removed after notification, they will be picked up by Township road crews.
Political signs are permitted throughout the Township, but they are not allowed on Township-owned property including parks, vacant land, Township Hall and Fire Stations. These signs are also not permitted within the street right-of-way or on corner properties if they block motorists' vision. A good rule of thumb when determining the right-of-way is to keep all signs out of the space between the road and the utility poles or lines.
The size of allowable signs on private property is dictated by the zoning of that specific district. For example, properties in residential districts, the Central Business District and the Olde West Chester Road Corridor Overlay District are permitted to have 16-square-foot temporary, non-commercial signs with a maximum height of six feet.
The West Chester Community Development Department encourages any group that is engaged in the placement of political signs to contact them at 777-4214 for assistance if needed.
First Financial Bank Lunchtime on The Square: Tailgate Party
Some of the best weather of the year is still ahead and the fun continues on The Square @ Union Centre nearly every Wednesday.
Coming up this fall is the First Financial Bank Tailgate Party on the Square from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 15. Gather fellow alumni for this fun, mid-week break from work.
Attendees are encouraged to wear their school colors as we salute the start of classes and college football season. Bring an entire group of fellow alumni and perform a school fight song on kazoo, or even hum it, for a chance to win the Fight Song Challenge.
Lunch will be available for purchase. In case of rain, the Tailgate Party will be held Sept. 22.
Plan to have lunch on The Square every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October and enjoy music and more.
RASKALS Volunteers Needed for Fall Work Day
Random Acts of Simple Kindness Affecting Local Seniors needs hundreds of helping hands. The fall RASKALS clean-up will take place Saturday, Nov. 6.
Teams of volunteers are matched up with local seniors for the day to help with simple outdoor chores such as raking leaves, trimming bushes and trees and mulching flower beds.
Local organizations, businesses, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and individuals are encouraged to participate. Register as a volunteer.
Police Department Offers Free Self-Defense Training for Women
The West Chester Police Department offers free self-defense classes throughout the year encouraging individuals to be prepared and confident when faced with a potentially dangerous confrontation.
Classes are for individuals age 16 and older and are taught by veteran instructor Sergeant Herb Hood. A class specifically designed for women will be offered Sept. 8 and Sept. 21, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the police department, 9577 Beckett Road, Suite 500. Participants should dress comfortably in order to participate fully in the class.
The classes are free, but please call 759-7254 to register.
Lakota West Marching Band Performs on The Square
The Lakota West High School Marching Band recently performed on The Square @ Union Centre as part of a First Financial Bank Back to School celebration. The 220-member band led by Greg Snyder performed tunes from its 2010 show.
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