Archived News 2020

Hamilton County Commissioners are funding up to $7Million in CARES Act Grants for K-12 Schools within the County for COVID-19 related expenses.

The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically shifted our way of interacting with friends, family and the community with serious implications on our economy and health. The Women and Girls Commission wants to you to know that help is available.

Hamilton County Public Health issued an advisory for all Hamilton County residents to stay home whenever possible. Residents are encouraged to leave home for work, school, or essential needs, such as food or medical care.

The Hamilton County Administrator unveiled the 2021 Recommended General Fund Budget that stabilizes the financial condition of the County in the wake of COVID-19

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ArtsWave announces COVID-19 relief grants through Hamilton County CARES Arts and Culture Organization Relief Program.

Hamilton County Commissioners are recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The isolation involved in slowing COVID-19 may contribute to an increase in domestic violence.

Hamilton County Office of Reentry is teaming up to spread awareness that returning citizens have the right to vote after they have served their felony sentence.

Dog Warden services in Hamilton County are now being operated by Cincinnati Animal CARE Humane Society.

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Behind on your utility bills? There are programs that could help. Hamilton County even has a COVID-19 relief program if you've been impacted by the pandemic.

Starting 8/24, small businesses in Hamilton County have a second chance to apply for funding through the Hamilton County CARES Small Business Relief Program to help offset losses during the COVID-19 crisis.

Hamilton County Commissioners are helping local nonprofits continue to provide essential services to the community with up to $5.5 million in grants as a part of its CARES Act Plan.

Hamilton County CARES Child Care Provider Relief Program helps stabilize local child care centers. The County is using CARES Act funding to assist child care providers that were open with the State's temporary pandemic license.

Hamilton County is ramping up its COVID-19 testing strategy thanks to a partnership between Hamilton County, The Health Collaborative and several of our region’s leading health and healthcare institutions.

Struggling to pay rent or your utility bills due to #COVID19? There is help for eligible tenants who live in Hamilton County, OH.

After extensive planning, design and installation, Hamilton County Communications Center (HCCC) employees spent several hours effectively processing 911 and non-emergency telephone calls at the pop-up 911 center.

Hamilton County Commissioners unanimously approve a resolution that declares racism a public health crisis and points to specific ways to ensure Hamilton County is a more equitable County.

Hamilton County is under an order by the state to require masks in public. Starting on 7/8/2020 at 6pm, masks must be worn indoors and outdoors when social distancing isn't possible.

The City of Sharonville catapulted its plans into practice after the City Council recently approved the Downtown Loop Streetscape Master Plan that was funded in part by Hamilton County Planning + Development’s mini planning grant program.

Beginning Thursday, July 2nd, the Hamilton County Commissioners will begin inviting the public to join the virtual meetings for public comments.

COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Southwest Ohio and Hamilton County. With Father’s Day Weekend and family get-togethers upon us, it’s a good time to remind everyone to continue safe practices

Hamilton County Office of Reentry has been recognized with an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.

Small Businesses in Hamilton County that have been harmed during the COVID-19 crisis can apply to the Hamilton County Small Business Relief Program

The County is utilizing $5 million of its CARES Act allotment for the first round of assistance, future rounds will be contemplated after a thorough evaluation of the program.

A Hamilton County Commissioner is announcing a young adult and youth-led initiative to elevate young voices in COVID-19 response efforts.

The National Week of Community Development highlights county-wide projects that have used CDBG and HOME funds to improve our region.

Ohio Health Director Dr. Amy Acton has issued a Stay-At-Home order for all Ohioans. View the order or other Hamilton County closures and updates.

Now is the time to prepare for the potential impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Sign up to get alerts and tips from Hamilton County officials regarding COVID-19.

The Hamilton County Heroin Coalition has a new name and released new numbers in their annual State of the Opioid Epidemic Report. Members unveiled the new name and logo for the Hamilton County Addition Response Coalition.

You'll be able to fill out the 2020 Census survey as early as March 12 even though the ceremonial Census Day isn't until April 1. Remember, the 2020 Census is safe, easy and important.

HUD and VA award Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority nearly $144,000 to help homeless veterans find permanent homes.

In an effort to bolster public participation, Hamilton County Commissioners are holding monthly evening meetings in the communities they serve. Commissioner President Denise Driehaus proposed the evening community meetings to increase accessibility...

Sewer customers in Hamilton County will not see an increase in their 2020 bills. At their last meeting of the year, Hamilton County Commissioners approved the 2020 budgets for the Metropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati (MSD).