Liberty Township, Butler County, Ohio
"Embrace by nature. Inspired by progress."
Centrally located along the I-75 corridor, a few miles north of the I-75/I-275 interchange, Liberty Township has an increasing inventory of commercially zoned land and buildings providing opportuniities for development to match almost any company's needs. Rich in history, Liberty Township was one of the first five townships established in Butler County in 1803. Today, the community boasts an excellent school system, an outstanding quality of life, and a professional Township administration providing businesses and residents with a high level of service.
Ideally located equi-distance from Cincinnati and Dayton, along I-75, Liberty Township encompasses 28 square miles and is an emeging suburban center. The township's location and easy access via State Route 129 and the Liberty Interchange to the interstate system has led to significant residential growth, leading the county in residential building permits in recent years. The township's image as a bedroom community is influx. With recent announcements by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and the Kroger Company, Liberty Township's commerical base continues to steadily expand.
As a township, the government structure is comprised of three Trustees elected to staggered 4-year terms. The day-to-day operation of the Township is the responsibility of the Township Administrator, who reports to te Board of Trustees. Other departments in the township include the Planning and Zoning Department, Economic Development Department, Services Department, the Department of the Fiscal Officer, and the Fire Department. Police services are provided by contract by the Butler County Sheriff's Office-Liberty Substation.
In total the township employs more than 90 full and part-time employees.
QUALITY OF LIFE
Park shelter in the clearing at Liberty Township's Dudley Woods Park
Within the Liberty Township and Greater Cincinnati area, an outstanding variety of cultural, recreational, entertainment and sports activities are available. Cultural activities include the nationally-recognized Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the Contemporary Arts Center, the Museum Center at Union Terminal, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, the Cincinnati Ballet and the Cincinnati Opera. Sporting events include the Cincinnati Reds, the Cincinnati Bengals and the annual ATP professional men's and women's tennis tournament and Senior PGA golf tournaments. Other activities inlcude the Cincinnati Zoo, Paramount's Kings Island, and Oktoberfest-Zinzinnati, the world's largest next to the orignal in Munich.
EDUCATION
Liberty Township is served by the Lakota Local School District. Lakota is the 8th largest school district in the state, and the largest school district in Butler County. With two high schools, a freshman school, four junior schools, and 12 elementary schools, Lakota has grown in the last 20 years from a rural district to a suburban district with student population of more than 17,000. Lakota is Ohio's largest "Excellent" district and has been for four years running. Per-pupil spending is $8,026 ($1002 less than the State average). Lakota boasts a graduation rate of 96.1% and a college attendance rate of 90%.
Lakota East High School
The Lakota Local School District has an outstanding reputation for both academic and extra-curricular activities. Academically, the Lakota Local School District consistently ranks as the best in Butler County, and routinely significantly outscores the State of Ohio averages on a number of tests. For tenth graders taking the Ohio Graduation Test, Lakota students have a passing rate of 82.5%, with the State of Ohio average being 63.6%.
HIGHER EDUCATION
More than 11 institutions of higher education are located within driving distance of Liberty Townhsip. These include the University of Cincinnati, Xavier University, Miami University, Miami University-Hamilton, Miami University-Middletown, Northern Kentucky University, College of Mt. St. Joseph, Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, University of Dayton and Wright State University.
EMPLOYEE AND BUSINESS TRAINING
The Butler Technology and Career Development Schools, Miami University-Middletown, and Miami University-Hamilton offer businesses and residents a broad spectrum of programs closely tied to the needs of area business and industry. Butler Tech programs offer leadership to schools and school districts in the area. The Butler Technology and Career Development Schools is approved and operated in cooperation with the Office of Career-Technical and Adult Education of the Ohio Department of Education under Sections 3311.16 through 3311.21 inclusive of the Ohio Revised Code. North Central Association of Colleges and Schools initial certification and accreditation was issued October 5, 1983, by the Commission and the State Committee. Adult Workforce Education is Butler Tech's premier outreach to employers, current workers in skilled positions and to adults wanting to enter the workforce or change jobs. By providing the best education and training in a multitude of career fields, Butler Tech graduates are sought after by local and national interests. Customized training and employee assessment is geared to provide solutions to prepare today's incumbent workforce for tomorrow's jobs.
Miami University-Middletown has established the Business and Industry Center to help area companies train employees in the changing business environment. The center represents a network of campus and community resources for the devleopment and delivery of short courses, semnars, and workshops to local businesses, governments, and residents.
Miami University-Hamilton also operates a Business and Industry Center that offers many courses wither on site at a company or on campus. In addition, the center will work with companies to develop needs assessments and customized programs to meet specific training and educational objectives.
