increasing diversity, along with the work of the OIC, will certainly lead to Oakwood being viewed more and more as a community that welcomes all people.

A communication approach in which the City actively promotes cooperation and support among local residents and businesses, public agencies and organizations, nearby communities, and Dayton’s regional planning agencies.

1. 1.
   Sponsor and promote programs, activities, events and celebrations that can stimulate community involvement, foster a strong community spirit and identity, and bring together residents from various neighborhoods on a regular basis.

   a.

   Many Oakwood neighborhoods conduct block parties annually. The city supports these parties by assisting with roadway closures and visits from the Oakwood Public Safety Department, usually including a fire truck.

   b.

   Oakwood was incorporated in 1908. In 2008, the city celebrated its centennial. The celebration included numerous special events. It also included publishing of a book entitled “Oakwood – From Acorn to Oak Tree,” and creation of a video entitled “Oakwood: Our Home on the Hill.”

   c.

   Oakwood offers several items for sale to celebrate the community. These items are described on the city website and include:

   i.

   The book “Oakwood – From Acorn to Oak Tree”

   ii.

   The video “Oakwood: Our Home on the Hill”

   iii.

   Oakwood mug

   iv.

   Oakwood scarf and tie

   v.

   Oakwood flag and banner

   vi.

   The cookbook “Talk of the Town II: A Collection of Oakwood Recipes”

   d.

   The city conducts a document shredding and disposal event for Oakwood citizens. The event is held annually in September and is very well received.

   e.

   In 2015, the city completed a project to replace all of the street signs to comply with state and federal regulations. The old signs were made available for purchase by citizens interested in Oakwood memorabilia.

   f.

   In 2019, the Oakwood Public Safety Department began offering a Citizens Police Academy. It has been a very well received program where representatives from the Oakwood Safety Department instruct over a ten week period on different subjects with the goal of creating greater understanding of modern policing and its challenges, and an introduction to fire prevention. Topics covered include: Safety Department Orientation, Patrol Operations, Traffic Enforcement, Use of Force, Evidence Collection, and Fire Prevention/Education.

   g.

   To build and maintain community spirit, the city conducts the following community events and celebrations annually: