Oakwood, Ohio

Oakwood city is one of the premiere residential communities in the midwest. The citizens are proud of its tradition of excellent government, charming ambiance and outstanding, efficient city services.

For decades, Oakwood citizens have taken great pride in the safety of their streets and the responsiveness of its unique consolidated safety department. The public works department keeps the streets and sidewalks clear of snow in the winter, makes the parks and boulevards beautiful in the summer and provides the only back door recycling program in the country. The leisure services department provides year-round activities for all ages and operates a community swimming pool and park programs in the summer.

In addition to city services, Oakwood citizens are understandably proud of their school system. There is an essential link between the city and schools that is quite unique. Officials from the city and schools meet regularly and work together to ensure that Oakwood citizens receive the maximum return for their tax dollars. Excellent city services and fine schools are perhaps the most important reasons for living in Oakwood. Oakwood is also known for significant participation in city government by its many caring and talented citizens. City Council, the City Manager and staff place enormous value on the input of residents.