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Visit our Contact Us page for contact information for each department, a link to our online contact form, and information about accessing a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf.

You may want to check out our Frequently Asked Questions page to see if your question is answered there.

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• Attend a Board of Trustee meeting. Times may vary, but meetings usually take place at 6:30 pm on the first Monday of the month and 4 pm on the third Monday.

• Zoning Commission meetings typically take place at 7 pm on the third Tuesday of the month.

Living in Washington Township offers many advantages for anyone seeking an amenity-rich suburban community. Here are just a few benefits: award-winning schools, accredited fire and police departments, green space within walking distance of every home, a mix of restaurants, coffee shops, and brewpubs, visual and performing arts programming, regional shopping centers, and access to major interstates leading to Dayton, Cincinnati, and Columbus.

Washington Township is a “home rule” township, which gives the Board of Trustees the ability to enact resolutions (similar to city ordinances) provided they do not conflict with state laws or a list of specified exceptions. With Limited Self-Government, a township can continue to benefit from services – such as state highway maintenance, county road maintenance, and county building inspection – while enjoying the greater independence and self-determination that, prior to 1991, was granted only to cities.

Townships rely mostly on property tax, allowing voters to exercise considerable control over expenditures through local tax levies. In Ohio, townships do not have their own authority to collect income or sales tax.

Call 911 only in an emergency
Non-emergency: 937-225-4357
Administration: 937-433-3082

Fire Stations

• Station 41, 716 E. Franklin Street, Centerville, Ohio

• Station 42, 45 W. Whipp Road, Washington Township, Ohio

• Station 43, 10499 Dayton-Lebanon Pike, Washington Township, Ohio

• Station 44, 6690 Centerville-Business Parkway, Centerville, Ohio

• Station 45, 8328 McEwen Road, Washington Township, Ohio

• Fire Headquarters & Training Center, 8320 McEwen Road, Washington Township, Ohio

Call 911 only in an emergency
Non-emergency: 937-225-4357
Administration: 937-432-2777

Montgomery County Sheriff's Office

• Washington Township Substation, 8190 McEwen Road, Washington Township, Ohio

• Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck, 345 W. Second Street, Dayton, Ohio

Washington Township uses CodeRED, an emergency alert system that relays information to residents by phone. Register your mobile device by texting WASHINGTONTWP to 24639, and you’ll receive a direct link to the enrollment form. You can also enroll online at https://tinyurl.com/NewWTCodeRed.

The Washington Township RecPlex serves the residents of Washington Township, including the City of Centerville. The 33-acre campus includes the RecPlex, Joyce C. Young Center, Town Hall, and Countryside Park. RecPlex visitors have access to two indoor pools with recreational slides, gyms, fitness center, running track, climbing wall, game rooms, professional theater, playing fields, playgrounds, and a number of programs for preschoolers through senior citizens.

A variety of membership passes are available, as well as daily walk-in rates for both residents and non-residents. Residents receive a discount because their property taxes contribute to recreation operations.

Visit www.washingtontwp.org/recreation to register for programs, check out hours and fees, or rent rooms or shelters for birthday parties or other events.

You’ll find lots of opportunities to connect with the outdoors in Washington Township! In fact, there is a park to explore within walking distance of every home in our community.

Most parks in Centerville-Washington Township are operated by the Centerville-Washington Park District. CWPD maintains 51 parks encompassing more than 1,000 acres and offering varying amenities. Visit www.cwpd.org for more information.

Washington Township operates Countryside Park, which is located adjacent to the RecPlex on Miamisburg-Centerville Road.

Stubbs Park is maintained by the City of Centerville. Visit www.centervilleohio.gov for more information.

In addition to the swimming pools at the Washington Township RecPlex, there are several private swim clubs in Washington Township. Note: Most private clubs have wait lists. Several neighborhood HOAs also maintain their own pool and clubhouse facilities.

• Black Oak Swim Club, 1570 Ambridge Road, Centerville, Ohio, 937-813-2484

• Dunsinane Swim Club, 600 W. Spring Valley Pike, Dayton, Ohio, 937-433-7946

• Four Seasons Swim Club, 5600 Brampton Road, Dayton, Ohio, 937-951-5359

• Pleasant Hill Swim & Tennis Club, 360 Zengel Drive, Washington Township, Ohio, 937-433-2232

• Woodhaven Swim & Tennis Club, 7620 Yankee Street, Dayton, Ohio, 937-433-4741

The Centerville-Washington Township community has so many opportunities for children to get involved in athletic activities!

The Washington Township RecPlex offers classes, leagues, and private lessons for adults and children. Visit www.washingtontwp.org/recreation/sports for more information or to register.

Here are links to some of the large youth athletic leagues in this area. Note: This is not a complete list. Please search online and check with your neighbors about additional opportunities.

• Centerville Baseball & Softball League

• Centerville Hustle Basketball League

• Centerville Wee Elks Cheer

• Centerville Wee Elks Football

• Flag Football Fanatics

• Centerville Youth Lacrosse

• Centerville Rec Soccer

• FC Dayton Soccer Club

• Centerville Little Elks Volleyball

Centerville City Schools is a public school district serving more than 8,000 students in Centerville and Washington Township. The district operates 13 school buildings, offering a variety of educational programs for grades PreK-12, as well as daily transportation for students to public and non-public schools. Click here for Centerville Schools new student enrollment.

Incarnation Catholic School serves students in grades PreK-8 from Centerville-Washington Township and the surrounding areas. The school offers its more than 800 students an opportunity to grow and thrive in a nurturing, faith-based, value-driven community. Click here for Incarnation admissions information. 

The Miami Valley School is a private school with about 500 students in grades PreK-12. The school represents the diversity of the greater Dayton area, drawing students from 50 local ZIP codes and seven foreign countries. Click here for Miami Valley School admissions information.

Spring Valley Academy is a Seventh-Day Adventist K-12 Christian school dedicated to nurturing more than 500 students in grades K-12 in a personal relationship with God, developing academic excellence, and inspiring service to others. Click here for Spring Valley Academy admissions information.

Sinclair College’s Centerville Campus is located at 5800 Clyo Road, near I-675 and Wilmington Pike. This location offers 21 academic programs, and additional programs are offered online or at the school’s Dayton campus.

The Washington-Centerville Public Library operates two branches, along with Creativity Commons located at the Washington Township RecPlex. Visit www.wclibrary.info to learn more about the library’s collection, hours, and public programs.

• Centerville Library, 111 W. Spring Valley Road, Centerville, Ohio, 937-433-8091

• Woodbourne Library, 6060 Far Hills Avenue, Centerville, Ohio, 937-435-3700

Residents in the unincorporated area of Washington Township can choose between three trash collection services. Please contact these providers directly for more information:

• Waste Management, 855-852-7110

• Rumpke, 800-828-8171

• Republic Services, 800-543-1339

Note: Residents within the City of Centerville receive trash service through the city. Visit www.centervilleohio.gov/269/Waste-Recycling-Collection for more information.

Please check with your trash provider to find out their policy on large item pickup.

Branches and tree limbs can be tied in bundles no longer than 4 feet in length and 2 feet in diameter, with no limb being greater than 2 inches in diameter. Your waste hauler will provide pick-up for bundles with your trash, if bundled in this manner. Visit mcswd.org for more information about debris pickup.

Although every leaf season is different, leaf collection in Washington Township usually takes place from October through December. More information, including routes and helpful tips for a smooth leaf season, are posted to the Leaf Collection page on our website.

In 2023, Washington Township established an electric aggregation program for residents in the unincorporated part of the Township. By combining the buying power of Township homes and businesses, we can negotiate a lower price. Residents can opt out of the program if they prefer to choose their own supplier.

New residents are not automatically enrolled in the electric aggregation program. They will receive standard AES Ohio rates for electricity. Eligible new residents may join the aggregation program by contacting the Township's broker, Energy Alliances. The rate will be the same as the rate negotiated for the aggregation program.

Click here for more electric aggregation information, including frequently asked questions and opt-out options. Contact Energy Alliances at https://energyalliances.com/washington-township-montgomery or 513-794-5555.

Columbia Gas of Ohio is the main natural gas distributor for Centerville-Washington Township. Ohio’s Energy Choice program allows residents to select a different retail natural gas supplier. Even with a different supplier, Columbia Gas continues to provide the infrastructure and delivery.

Note: Although the Township is certified for the natural gas aggregation program, we have not entered into an agreement for this type of aggregation. We are continuing to watch pricing and monitor the market.

Please review the information above.

Please contact Montgomery County Water Services Customer Service at www.mcohio.org/264/Water-Services or 937-781-2688 for information about water and sewer rates.

A wide variety of cable and internet providers serve Centerville-Washington Township, including AT&T, Spectrum, Frontier, T-Mobile, and many others. Availability and speed for providers depends on your address. Please search online for services and check with your neighbors to learn more about specific providers.

Dayton RTA routes run along the main thoroughfares in Centerville-Washington Township. Visit the RTA website for maps, fares, and service alerts.

The Township’s Property Maintenance Code enables us to take a proactive approach to maintaining neighborhoods and protecting property values. Click here to access our Zoning Maintenance Code and a link to report code violations.

A Township right-of-way permit is required when adding or replacing a driveway, storm drainage, sidewalk, curb, irrigation, or any utility work along or under the road. A permit is not needed for work on a private road or outside the public easement. Click here for more information about right-of-way permits, including fees and applications.

Permit information for exterior home improvements (fences, decks, sheds, gazebos, etc.) can be found on the OpenGov portal.

The Township does not require permits for interior remodeling projects (kitchen remodel, finishing a basement, etc.). However, Montgomery County may require permits for these types of projects. Please visit www.selectmcohio.com/building for information about county regulations, frequently asked questions, and how to submit a permit application.

Each year, thousands of visitors come to our community in a splash of red, white, and blue to celebate Independence Day during the Americana Festival on July 3-4. The event features a community concert, fireworks, 5K run/walk, parade with more than 200 bands, floats, and displays, auto show, and one of the largest street fairs in the state. More information: www.americanafestival.org

This annual end-of-summer event is filled with games, complimentary food and ice cream, RecPlex activities, and a cruise-in featuring all makes and models of cars and hotrods. The Cruise-In to the Ice Cream Social typically takes place on the second Sunday in August on the grounds of the RecPlex. More information: www.washingtontwp.org/events

Woodland Lights offers a fantasy land of holiday lights and displays along the half-mile paved path. The month-long festival has lights, vignettes, and winter whimsy that enchants thousands of visitors each year. More information: woodlandlights.org