PERSONAL APPEARANCE REQUIRED:  If the "PERSONAL APPEARANCE BLOCK" has been marked on your citation you MAY NOT pay the citation via this website, U.S. Mail or in person beforehand, but MUST APPEAR at the Greenhills Mayor’s Court on the date and time specified on the citation and if you fail to appear on your court date, A WARRANT MAY BE ISSUED FOR YOUR ARREST AND A MINIMUM $25 FEE WILL BE ASSESSED.

If you have received a citation for one of the offenses listed below you may do one of the following before the court date listed at the bottom of your citation.

                        REMEMBER: If you do not pay by your court date, YOU MUST APPEAR IN COURT

1.Pay the citation by mail. Forward a check or money order (no cash) for the appropriate amount listed below with your copy of the citation to the Greenhills Mayor’s Court, 11000 Winton Rd., Greenhills, Ohio, 45218.

2.Pay the citation in person by appearing at the Greenhills Police Department, 11000 Winton Rd., Greenhills, Ohio, 45218. You may pay with check, money order, or cash within the preferred hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Visa and Mastercard are accepted M-F 8:00 am - 4:00 pm ONLY. (EXACT CHANGE REQUIRED)

Payment must be received PRIOR TO 5 PM the day of court. If you do not pay by your court date, YOU MUST APPEAR IN COURT. If you appear in court and are found guilty of the offense, an appearance fee will be added.

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GREENHILLS DESIGNATED

A NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK

On Wednesday, January 11, 2017, the U.S. Department of Interior announced the designation of the Greenhills Historic District as a National Historic Landmark!  Click here to see the NHL DISTRICT BOUNDARY.

National Historic Landmarks (NHLs) are nationally significant historic places designated by the Secretary of the Interior because they possess exceptional value or quality in illustrating or interpreting the heritage of the United States. Working with citizens throughout the nation, the National Historic Landmarks Program draws upon the expertise of National Park Service (NPS) staff who guide the nomination process for new Landmarks and provide assistance to existing Landmarks.

According to the Department of Interior, Greenhills “depicts different threads of the American story that have been told through activism, architecture, music, and religious observance. Their designation ensures future generations have the ability to learn from the past as we preserve and protect the historic value of these properties and the more than 2,500 other landmarks nationwide.”

Obtaining the NHL designation was a multi-year process, going back to its inclusion as a goal in the Village’s 2009 Comprehensive Plan.  The process to designate the existing National Register-listed Greenhills Historic District as an NHL picked up momentum in September 2012, when three senior officials from NPS visited the community to assess how well the physical integrity of the original Greenhills plan reflects the trend of Greenbelt towns built during the New Deal era.

After receiving the go-ahead from NPS and the Village, Glendale-based preservation consultant Beth Sullebarger began work on the nomination in earnest in collaboration with retired NPS architectural historian Linda McClelland. The nomination was submitted for NPS staff review in November 2015. At their meeting in May 2016 in Washington, DC, the Landmarks Committee of the NPS Advisory Board unanimously recommended the nomination for NHL designation. Final review by the Advisory Board in November 2016 then sent the nomination to the Secretary of Interior for signature.

The Village of Greenhills represents significant aspects of New Deal policy, an important period in the evolution of the American suburb, and pioneering innovations in house and neighborhood design. An adaptation of American garden-city planning to the climate, topography, and cultural preferences of the Midwestern United States, the Village of Greenhills was one of the three New Deal greenbelt towns built by the Resettlement Administration's Division of Suburban Resettlement.  It is nationally significant for its association with the Federal response to the Great Depression by providing economic relief in the form of employment for skilled and unskilled labor and making use of modern principles of design and lower-cost methods and materials of home construction in an effort to stimulate the building industry and raise the quality of life for working-class Americans.

The design of Greenhills resulted from the collaboration of town planners Justin R. Hartzog and William A. Strong and principal architects Roland A. Wank and F. Frank Cordner. Working with a team of more than 150 persons, the four designers interpreted garden-city principles and American planning traditions, modified by environmental conditions and target population preferences, to create a community with an innovative site plan that safely accommodated the automobile while conserving natural features, and that incorporated abundant parks, a surrounding greenbelt, pedestrian pathways, underground wiring, and high-quality housing that was modern yet economical in layout and materials. The plan for Greenhills also reduced costs by minimizing the size and length of water and sewer mains and the extent of paved surfaces.

Layouts of the townhomes are also noteworthy, using a reverse-front floor plan, with utility spaces—kitchens, coal storage and laundry—facing the street and the living spaces facing gardens in the rear. This design feature, combined with the elimination of a wide setback from the street, resulted in reduced construction costs and gave each house a larger yard with gardens which could be viewed from the living room. There was also a concerted effort in the original siting of the housing to work with the topography to allow maximum light and air and to break the monotony of the housing through a variety of setbacks, angles and porches to give each unit a sense of privacy.

In 1989, the oldest portion of Greenhills was listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). That National Register District included all the areas built and owned by the federal government between 1935 and 1938 on superblocks “A” through “F”.  The boundaries for the NHL district are larger than the NRHP district, including all areas built between 1935 and 1950, adding single-family houses built for World War II veterans on Damon Road, Gambier Circle and the south side of Ingram. The year 1950 is significant because that was the year the federal government divested itself of the property.  

Greenhills property owners are eligible to be considered for federal grants for historic preservation and/or tax credits for rehabilitating historic commercial or rental residential buildings. The ability to maintain the designation over time could be enhanced by the establishment of a local historic district that would involve design guidelines for alterations and new construction for properties within the boundaries.

Greenhills' NHL Nomination can be viewed by clicking here: NHL Nomination Part One    NHL Nomination Part Two

The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation

The Standards (Department of Interior regulations, 36 CFR 67) pertain to historic buildings of all materials, construction types, sizes, and occupancy and encompass the exterior and the interior, related landscape features and the building's site and environment as well as attached, adjacent, or related new construction. The Standards are to be applied to specific rehabilitation projects in a reasonable manner, taking into consideration economic and technical feasibility.

1. A property shall be used for its historic purpose or be placed in a new use that requires minimal change to the defining characteristics of the building and its site and environment.

2. The historic character of a property shall be retained and preserved. The removal of historic materials or alteration of features and spaces that characterize a property shall be avoided.

3. Each property shall be recognized as a physical record of its time, place, and use. Changes that create a false sense of historical development, such as adding conjectural features or architectural elements from other buildings, shall not be undertaken.

4. Most properties change over time; those changes that have acquired historic significance in their own right shall be retained and preserved.

5. Distinctive features, finishes, and construction techniques or examples of craftsmanship that characterize a property shall be preserved.

6. Deteriorated historic features shall be repaired rather than replaced. Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old in design, color, texture, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials. Replacement of missing features shall be substantiated by documentary, physical, or pictorial evidence.

7. Chemical or physical treatments, such as sandblasting, that cause damage to historic materials shall not be used. The surface cleaning of structures, if appropriate, shall be undertaken using the gentlest means possible.

8. Significant archeological resources affected by a project shall be protected and preserved. If such resources must be disturbed, mitigation measures shall be undertaken.

9. New additions, exterior alterations, or related new construction shall not destroy historic materials that characterize the property. The new work shall be differentiated from the old and shall be compatible with the massing, size, scale, and architectural features to protect the historic integrity of the property and its environment.

10. New additions and adjacent or related new construction shall be undertaken in such a manner that if removed in the future, the essential form and integrity of the historic property and its environment would be unimpaired.

INCENTIVE PROGRAMS

When contemplating a major investment in properties located within the Historic District, consider the following programs:

Community Reinvestment Area Tax Exemptions.  Greenhills has established Community Reinvestment Areas (CRA) that include all properties within the National Historic District. Tax exemptions apply to the increase in value that results from improvements made to a residential or commercial structure. The percentage of the exemption is predetermined for residential projects or 3 or fewer housing units. For larger residential projects and for commercial projects, the percentage and term must be negotiated in advance of the investment being made. For more information on this program, contact the Village of Greenhills at #513.825.2100.

20% Federal Tax Credit for Historic Rehabilitation. This federal income tax credit equals 20% of the cost of the rehabilitation of income-producing properties that contribute to a historic district that is listed in the National Register.  The credit is based on expenditures during a two year period or phased over a five-year period.  Qualified expenditures include soft costs such as architectural and engineering fees, construction interest and taxes, legal and professional fees.  The building must be rented for five years or the pro-rated portion of the credit will be recaptured. Normally, the credit is taken by the party making the expenditures when the building is put into service; however, the credit may be transferred to another owner at the time the building is put into service after the rehab.  More information is available at http://www.nps.gov/tps/tax-incentives.htm.

25% Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit.  A state refundable income tax credit may be available to the owner of a historic building who applies for and receives a tax credit certificate from the Ohio Department of Development. The credit can be claimed against the owner’s Ohio corporate franchise tax, personal income tax, or dealer-in-intangible tax liability.  The credit is equal to 25% of the owner’s qualifying rehabilitation work must meet the Standards for Rehabilitation, but must be certified before the work can begin.  Unlike the federal tax credit, the state tax credit is subject to a statewide cap, and it’s competitive based on its economic impact, ability to create jobs, and other factors. There are two application rounds each year. For more information, see http://www.development.ohio.gov/urban/ohptc/default.htm

A SUMMARY OF THE HISTORY OF GREENHILLS

Greenhills, Ohio is one of only three “Greenbelt Towns” built in the United States. The other two are Greenbelt, Maryland and Greendale, Wisconsin. The three towns had their start during the Depression Era. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt created a program to build new suburban communities as part of his New Deal plans for the country. The overseeing department was the Resettlement Administration which later became a part of the Farms Security Administration. The building of these towns provided much needed jobs for those in the trades (brick layers, plumbers, carpenters, electricians, etc.), as well as people not in the trades who worked at clearing land, digging trenches, etc....

These men and women were a part of the WPA (Works Progress Administration), the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) , and the NYA (National Youth Administration). The use of local building materials and supplies also helped stimulate the local economy.

Nearly 4,000 residents inhabit 1,660 homes, with many families including third and fourth generation descendants from original "pioneers."

Several unique housing units are available in the village. The original government-built area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Much of the local retail activity is centered in historic Greenhills Shopping Center.

Each “Greenbelt Town” had certain similar criteria that needed to be met to be considered as a “Greenbelt Town”. It had to be near a major city to provide jobs for area residents. Each town had a Village center that had shops, a community center (which were used for schools and community activities) and government offices. The homes were to surround that Village center. And each town had a wide green belt of land surrounding the town that could easily be used as farm land for raising crops or animals. The most important aspect of these towns was to provide low income families with affordable housing to raise their children in and a safe environment with access to large open “green” spaces. Pathways were created in each section of homes to connect the sections to each other, as well as provide a pathway to the Village center.

The streets were designed with children and safety as a priority. There are three types of streets: residential, feeder, and main street. Residential streets are fairly short and are usually courts or dead ends, which significantly limits through traffic. Each residential street empties into a slightly larger street known as a feeder street to help guide cars into the last type of larger street, known a main street.

Another unique feature of Greenhills, OH and Greendale is how the streets in each section were named alphabetically. All the streets in a given area start with the same letter.

Greenbelt Originals

Homes in each “Greenbelt Town” also have similar qualities. Greenhills and Greenbelt, MD have large areas with long rows of townhouses. The homes also share a common site design and building plan. Homes were built close to the curb, almost totally eliminating a front yard. Instead, the emphasis was put on having a larger lawn to the backyard. This provided a much larger vista for playing and gardening, as well as evoking the wide-open feel of the country.

The orientation of the rooms in the “Original” is also unusual compared to homes built today. Living rooms were placed in the rear of the house, with a large picture window overlooking the open vista in the backyard. In most cases, the main entryway was placed on the side or in the back of the home. The entrance near the curb (in the small extension of the building) provides an entry into the utility room. The homes are fondly referred to as having been built backwards.

Each “Original” unit has between one and four bedrooms of modest to small size. A single bathroom is located on the second floor, excluding the honeymoon suites which are only 1 story high. All have an eat-in kitchen or a kitchen with a small dinette, a utility room, and a modest sized living room with large, natural wood beams. An innovation for its time, the wood sub floor of the second floor served as the ceiling – cutting back on the expense of an extra ceiling layer.

None of the units were built with basements which was common in homes. Contrary to the beloved story that the federal government ran out of money to include basements or the story that design plans for the homes got mixed up, the truth is the original plans never included basements. The units do have a crawl space under the house for some of the mechanics. The first floor was constructed of cement and covered with tile.

When the housing was originally built, the Federal Government was the landlord. An individual had to meet certain requirements in order to rent a place in any of the three “Greenbelt Towns”. In Wisconsin, a person’s annual income had to fall between $1,200 to $2,700 per year. Having a family with children was also important, even though there are units that were referred as “Bachelor” apartments & “Honeymoon Suites.” The government even considered an individual’s moral character before deciding who was eligible to rent a unit.

People find employment in the village working for such diverse employers as Winton Woods City Schools, Mobilcomm Technologies and Alois Alzheimer Center. The Greenhills Volunteer Fire Department, American Legion Post 530, Kiwanis and several scouting, church, gardening, civic and senior clubs are among the many volunteer organizations serving Greenhills resident.

513.825.2101 Non-Emergency Number 

513.589.3582 (fax)

 CONTACT US THROUGH CALEA:

Access through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) is provided as an opportunity for comments, commendations, and other information regarding the agency's quality of service or other information relative to the agency's accreditation process and status.  The purpose of this public comment portal is to receive comments regarding our agency's compliance with CALEA standards, engagement in the service community, delivery of public safety services, and overall candidacy for accredited status. These comments can be in the form of commendations or concerns. The overall intent of the accreditation process is to provide the participating agency with information to support continuous improvement, as well as foster the pursuit of professional excellence.

Click here to contact CALEA.  

Message from the Chief of Police

On behalf of the dedicated men and women of the Greenhills Police Department, I would like to personally welcome you to our website. It is both an honor and a privilege to serve the residents, businesses, and visitors of the Village of Greenhills.

Our department is committed to providing professional, responsive, and community-focused policing. We take pride in building strong relationships with those we serve and emphasize proactive policing strategies to deter crime before it happens. We believe public trust is earned daily through transparency, integrity, and genuine partnership with our community.

Greenhills is a unique and close-knit community, and the safety and well-being of our residents are our highest priorities. Whether through patrols, community programs, school partnerships, or public outreach, our officers work tirelessly to create a safe environment where families thrive and businesses prosper.

We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our services, programs, and initiatives. Your involvement and feedback are important to us, and we encourage you to reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions.

Thank you for your continued support of the Greenhills Police Department. Together, we can continue to make Greenhills a safe and welcoming place to live, work, and visit.

Stay safe and take care,

Jim A. Howarth
Chief of Police

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Community Events – Powered by YOUR Support

All Greenhills Police Department community events are funded entirely through generous donations from the public—no Village tax dollars are used. The Greenhills Police Community Fund helps make these events possible by covering the cost of supplies, refreshments, and giveaways that bring our community together.

The Community Fund supports items such as (but not limited to):

• Cookies for "Cookies with the Cops"

• Pizza and giveaways during "Gametime with GPD"

• The snow cone machine, food, and giveaways at "Cooking with the Cops"

• Pizza and Gift cards at "Building Bridges"

• Giveaways for kids, including sunglasses, stickers, balloons, yearly calendars, and much more

If you would like to contribute to the Police Community Fund and help support future events, please contact Chief Jim Howarth at 513-825-2101.

BUILDING BRIDGES – Connecting Youth & Police

Building Bridges is a community outreach initiative led by Master Barber Antonio Spicer in partnership with the Greenhills Police Department. The program is designed to strengthen trust, foster open dialogue, and build positive relationships between youth and law enforcement.

Through monthly gatherings in barbershops, schools, community centers, and churches, Building Bridges provides a safe and welcoming space for young people to share their perspectives, ask questions, and engage directly with police officers in both plainclothes and uniform. These sessions focus on honest conversations, mutual respect, and community empowerment, helping break down barriers and humanize the badge.

The initiative began in Greenhills and is expanding to neighboring communities, including Forest Park, Cincinnati, Springfield Township, and Great Parks of Hamilton County. Guest speakers from law enforcement, the judiciary, and local leadership often join the conversation, further enriching the experience.

Building Bridges is about authentic connection, understanding, and long-term change. You can access the details for the next monthly meeting by clicking HERE.

2025 COMMUNITY EVENTS

Coffee with a Cop - April 5th: Click HERE for details

Gametime with GPD - June 14th: Click HERE for details (cancelled due to rain - rescheduled for June 28th

Cooking with the Cops - August 5th: Click HERE for details

Open House - Date to be Determined

Touch a Truck (Harvest Fest) - October 25th: 12-3 pm

Cookies with the Cops (Light-up Greenhills) - December 6th: 6-8 pm

Building Bridges - Monthly meetings (click link above for information on next scheduled monthly meeting)

   IN THE NEWS

 PRESS RELEASES

Aggravated Robbery Arrest - September 30, 2025

Winton Road Shooting - April 27, 2025

Chief Jim Howarth "Talking Greenhills" with Waycross Media

  CALEA Accreditation

The Greenhills Police Department is proud to announce that it earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in March 2025. This significant achievement reflects our continued commitment to excellence in law enforcement practices, accountability, and community service.

CALEA accreditation is considered the gold standard in public safety. It is awarded to agencies that demonstrate compliance with a rigorous set of internationally recognized standards that cover all aspects of policing—from policy development and operations to training, use of force, evidence handling, and community engagement. Only 5% of all Law Enforcement Agencies in the United States are CALEA-accredited.

This latest award marks the department’s sixth successful accreditation since 2008. Accreditation is granted on a four-year cycle and involves a comprehensive review process, including a detailed self-assessment, a public comment period, and an on-site assessment by independent CALEA assessors.

Maintaining this certification is a testament to the professionalism of our officers, the strength of our policies, and the trust we work to build with the Greenhills community each day. We thank our residents for their continued support as we remain dedicated to transparent, effective, and community-oriented policing. You can learn more about CALEA by clicking HERE.

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EMPLOYMENT

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A GREENHILLS POLICE OFFICER?

Are you dedicated to serving the Greenhills Community and making a difference? The Greenhills Police Department is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Police Officers. This role involves maintaining public safety, enforcing laws, and building strong community relationships. If you are passionate about helping others and committed to justice, we want you on our team.

Recruitment Brochure Click HERE  Employment Application Click HERE

       Community Engagement & Training Opportunities

The Greenhills Police Department is proud to offer two valuable programs to strengthen our partnership with the community:

Citizen Police Academy – This engaging program provides residents with an inside look at law enforcement operations, including patrol procedures, investigations, use of force, and more. Participants gain firsthand knowledge and understanding of officers' daily challenges and responsibilities.

Defensive Tactics Training—This hands–on training, taught by certified instructors, is Open to community members interested in personal safety and self-defense. It covers situational awareness, escape techniques, and basic defensive tactics. Click HERE for more information.

For more information or to register for either program, please call the Greenhills Police Department at (513) 825-2101.

Be a Part of Crime Solving – Join the Greenhills Video Camera Registry!
Help us work smarter through technology!

The Greenhills Police Department has a Video Camera Registry Program that allows residents and businesses to register the locations of their security cameras voluntarily. This information enables us to quickly identify nearby video sources in the event of a crime, saving time and increasing our chances of identifying and apprehending suspects.

We have already solved crimes using footage provided by residents. With your help, we can make our community even safer.

By signing up, you are not giving the police access to your live footage. You’re simply letting us know that you have cameras. If a crime occurs in your area, we may contact you to see if your cameras captured any helpful footage.

👉 To learn more and sign up, visit HERE

DRUG COMPLAINT IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD 

Greenhills Police Proud Partner of the Drug Abuse Reduction Task Force (DART)

The Greenhills Police Department is a proud partner of the Drug Abuse Reduction Task Force (DART), a specialized Hamilton County initiative dedicated to combating drug-related crimes and reducing substance abuse in our communities.

By working with DART, we can share intelligence, coordinate investigations, and enhance our proactive efforts to keep drugs out of Greenhills. This partnership strengthens our commitment to protecting residents and holding offenders accountable.

Learn more about DART by clicking HERE.
Submit a tip to DART anonymously by clicking HERE.