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For the second consecutive year, the City of Hilliard has been named one of the world’s top smart cities, earning a spot in the Intelligent Community Forum’s (ICF) Smart21 communities. The March 20 announcement comes as part of the ICF…

A City of Hilliard leader has been named among the newest members of a statewide leadership program that works to connect diverse leaders to promote positive change. Economic Development Director David Meadows is a 2024 Leadership Ohio Fellow, the organization…

There are now two ways that yard waste is collected in Hilliard: Through the automatic weekly Tuesday collections (great for most yard waste) and through on-demand chipper service for larger limbs and brush. Weekly collection: Grass, leaves, and branches/brush under…

Several City of Hilliard Division of Police employees were recently recognized for their exceptional efforts serving the community. Detective Dustin Vance and Support Services Clerk Destiny Hunt were named the 2023 Employees of the Year. They were nominated for recognition…

Hilliard technology companies needing to test their artificial intelligence-powered products will have a new tool, thanks to a grant from the Hilliard Development Corporation (HDC). The organization recently approved a $50,000 Innovation Grant to launch an “AI sandbox” that will…

It’s polar plunge time! Members of the City of Hilliard Division of Police will once again be participating in the 2024 Columbus Polar Plunge for Special Olympics. Officers are members of Team Bobcats in support of Hilliard Special Olympics. This…

After 38 years of service as a City of Hilliard police officer, Detective Michael Metz retired Jan. 12. Metz had been a member of the Division of Police for nearly 38 years, starting his career as an auxiliary officer in…

Summer is still months away, but it’s never too early to plan for camp! Especially when the City of Hilliard is offering exciting options like History Express Camp, Field Explorers Camp, and Kidstruction Camp! Residents can register for all summer…

Are you looking to make some new friends, try something different, or learn more about your community? The City of Hilliard Division of Police has openings for its 14th Citizen’s Police Academy, which begins Feb. 13. It’s a 10-week free…

A Hilliard police officer was recognized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for her outstanding efforts to remove impaired drivers from roadways. Officer Danielle Epperhart received the Award of Excellence during the MADD Central Ohio Honoring Our Heroes Law Enforcement…

A year of progress on the Road to Recreation! 2023 was a pivotal year in the construction of the City of Hilliard’s new state-of-the-art recreation and wellness campus.  Watch the video for an update on the four main elements: “The…

The City of Hilliard Division of Police’s newest K9 has another layer of protection thanks to a recent donation from OhioHealth veterans. On Veterans Day, the healthcare organization’s Veterans Business Resource Group (BRG) hosted a special breakfast to celebrate veteran…