Area Council​

Walnut Hills Area council​

The Walnut Hills Area Council was established in 1965 as the voice to represent the interests of the community. We are recognized by the City of Cincinnati as the representative entity for Walnut Hills.

Mission
To provide a safe, stable, diverse community where we live, learn, work, pray, play and prosper together.

Vision
A safe, healthy, attractive, educated, caring community with a sense of pride and respect for both individuals and community. Our leaders will be strong, well organized and able to advocate for the rights of all citizens.

Values
Collaboration
Equitable Growth
Welcomeness

Public Monthly Meeting Schedule:

Walnut Hills Area Council hosts a series of meetings each month to engage in the meeting, make shared decisions on developments, community activities, opportunities to get involved and more.

For questions about membership or to inquire about presenting at an upcoming meeting, please contact us at info@wearewalnuthills.org. *Please stay tuned to our facebook page for any meeting updates. 

General Meeting

Every 2nd Tuesday at 6:30PM
Bush Recreation Center, 2640 Kemper Ln, Cincinnati, OH 45206 
Click here to review previous meeting minutes.

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Committee Meetings

Planning, development & Transportation Committee

Every First Thursday at 6:30PM
Virtual Meeting (Meeting Link, ID: 942 4675 6544, Passcode: 206403)

JOIN THE PLAN/Dev/Trans MEETING

Safety Committee 

Every Fourth Thursday at 6:30pm
Virtual Meeting (Meeting Link, ID:  989 4116 3332, Passcode: 695881)

JOIN THE SAFETY MEETING

Business Group Meetings

Every Fourth Thursday at 9:00am (Please note: Meetings take place in-person and locations vary monthly.)
– July – September at Lighthouse Youth & Family Services (401 E McMillan St)
– November – December at Springhill Suites (610 Eden Park Dr)

Click here to learn more about Business Group and its membership.

Culture Club Meetings

Every First Thursday at 3:00PM
Please note: Meetings take place in-person and locations vary monthly.
To join the culture club mailing list and receive updates on upcoming meetings or activities, contact cultureclub45206@gmail.com.

Housing Resources Meetings

Every Third Thursday at 6:30pm
Virtual Meeting (Meeting Link, ID: 998 1685 9857, Passcode: 856318)

JOIN THE HOUSING RESOURCES MEETINg

health & Wellness Meetings

Every Fourth Thursday at 6:30pm
Virtual Meeting (Meeting Link, ID: 944 8625 0009, Passcode: WHACHC)

JOIN THE HEALTH & WELLNESS MEETINg

current leadership

Area Council consists of eleven (11) Board members who are elected and two (2) who are appointed by the Walnut Hills Business Group which is a standing committee of the Council.


Mona Jenkins, President, president@wearewalnuthills.org
Kathryne Gardette, Appointed Member, Business Group
DeeAnn Camp, Membership Chair
Christina Hartlieb, Secretary 
Alison Goldenblatt, Treasurer
Destinee Thomas, Beautification Chair
Simone Bess, Safety Chair
Vanessa Henderson, Member
Samantha Miller, Appointed Member, Walnut Hills Business Group



View Council Bylaws here.
Interested in becoming a board member or joining a sub-committee? Contact our nominating chair at karen.hordinski@gmail.com.

Sub-Committees of Area Council
  • Executive Committee
    Advises and assists the President in conducting the business of the Council. It is composed of the elected President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary.
  • Environmental and Beautification Committee
    Addresses issues that arise in relation to the environment in the neighborhood. They assist in the design and maintenance of the neighborhood greenspaces with the help of volunteers.
  • Culture Club
    To build a strong, equitable and dynamic community by sharing arts & culture. We accomplish this through collaboration and appreciation of the diversity of cultures, while uplifting, enhancing & enriching the arts & cultural sectors of the Greater Walnut Hills.
  • Neighborhood Support Program (NSP) Committee
    Serves as the liaison between the Council and the City’s Administering Agency of the NSP program.
  • Nominating Committee
    Convenes annually to prepare a slate of candidates for Board election at least 60 days in advance of elections.
  • Membership Committee
    Is responsible for keeping the official list of members, collecting dues, planning the membership program, and communicating to membership through various channels.
  • Planning and Economic Development Committee
    Is responsible for a preliminary review of matters related to housing and business development, including issues such as zoning and liquor licenses. The committee makes recommendations to the full Council on these issues.
  • Safety Committee
    Develops, implements, and supports neighborhood strategies to create a safe, living, and business environment in the neighborhood.
  • Walnut Hills Business Group
    Promotes sustainable business development in a safe, attractive environment in the community of Walnut Hills.
  • The Walnut Hills Historical Society
    Works to uncover, preserve, and convey the rich history of Walnut Hills. The particular goal is to create an archive of oral histories taken from neighborhood residents, former residents, and visitors which demonstrates ties between Walnut Hills and local, national, and international historical events.
  • The Working Group
    Consists of the President of Walnut Hills Area Council and the President of the Walnut Hills Business Group along with one appointment from each of those two organizations, in addition to the Executive Director of Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation and the President of its Board of Trustees.