Kettering State of the City Address 2026

The City of Kettering's 2026 State of the City Address highlighted the city's continued commitment to fiscal discipline, infrastructure investment, and community development. Key procurement-related updates included ongoing capital improvement projects such as the Governor's Place streetscape redesign, resurfacing of major roads with federal funding totaling over $3.8 million, and infrastructure upgrades including ADA curb ramps and new sidewalks. The city also emphasized investments in public safety technology upgrades, including portable radios and dispatch consoles for the fire department. Economic development efforts featured support for redevelopment projects, small business grants, and the transformation of a historic building into a business and entrepreneur hub, with construction slated to begin in 2026. Additionally, the city secured grants such as a $16,000 Miami Valley Age Friendly Grant to support senior services. Policy decisions included a 16-month moratorium on new gas stations along commercial corridors to allow for comprehensive land use planning. Overall, the address underscored Kettering's strategic approach to procurement and investment to foster sustainable growth and community well-being.