 A typical day in Vandalia is anything but typical. The opportunities to live, work and grow here are unmatched in the region, and make this northern Montgomery County city distinctive and special.
Our residents enjoy world-class amenities not found in cities two and three times our size. An affordable housing stock, reasonable tax rates and one of the lowest crime rates in the region make Vandalia the perfect place to call home. City services in Vandalia are a cut above the rest. Our Service Department handles everything from routine street maintenance and repaving to plowing and salting the roads in the wintertime. Our Service Department also picks up leaves raked to the curb in the autumn, and offers residents free dumping once a month at the City Garage.
Vandalia also maintains miles of sewage and water lines, providing both services to residents. In the Fall of 2006, construction is expected to be completed on a water treatment facility that will provide Vandalia and Tipp City residents with clean drinking water.
Vandalia boasts one of only five "Excellent” rated school districts in Montgomery County. In all of Ohio, in fact, only a very small percentage of districts reach the level of accomplishment necessary for that distinction.
Vandalia's careful cultivation of its economic base is paying dividends. Businesses are taking notice of the excellent development opportunities available on Miller Lane South of Benchwood and in the Northwoods Office/Industrial Park in the northeast quadrant of the city. With direct access to I-75 and I-70, it's no wonder many companies are jumping at the chance to locate in Vandalia.
Businesses and residents alike appreciate the lightning-fast response times of our nationally accredited Division of Police, and feel safe knowing that fire and EMS service is just a phone call away. A 2005 survey indicates that more than 9 out of every ten residents served by our public safety crews are satisfied or very satisfied with police and fire/EMS protection in Vandalia.
Recreational opportunities abound in Vandalia:
 The crown jewel of our Parks and Recreation Department is a state-of-the-art Recreation Center with features and opportunities geared toward every age group, including an indoor water park, climbing wall and fitness center.
Adults and children take advantage of City basketball, soccer, baseball, softball and even kickball leagues offered at reasonable prices. In the summer, Cassel Hills Swimming Pool keeps kids cool when the temperatures go up.Vandalia is home to Cassel Hills Golf Course, recently named one of the “100 Must Play Courses in Ohio” by Golf Styles magazine. The expertly manicured public course offers a perfect blend of challenging play at a very reasonable cost. Vandalia residents pay even less.
The Vandalia Senior Citizens Center is a staffed City facility that offers even more Seniors have the opportunity to spend time with others while participating in group or individual activities like crafting, cards, educational and travel opportunities and plenty of special events.
We invite you to explore all that Vandalia has to offer. We think you’ll agree with the 14,000 people who already live here, this is a great place to call home!
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