May 2026 Township Update

May 2026 E-Newsletter

Join Liberty Township, the Liberty Township Fire Department, and Liberty Center for the 4th Annual Community First Aid Day on Saturday, June 6 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. at The Park at Liberty Center. Learn hands-only CPR from first responders and visit community partner booths featuring a variety of health and wellness exoeriences. Enjoy music from a live DJ, interactive games, and maybe even a few surprise guests! Participate in all event offerings for a chance to win a GRAND PRIZE at the end of the event. Must be present to win.

Community partners include:

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Beckett Springs
Buckner Martial Arts
Butler County General Health District
Envision Partnerships
Lakota Local Schools
Lakota Family YMCA
Liberty Pediatric Dentistry
UC Health
Versiti Community Blood Center
West Chester Fire Department

4th of July Parade Applications Now Available

It's that time of year again! Planning is underway for this year's Liberty Township 4th of July Parade, and parade applications for 2026 are now available! Deadline to apply is Friday, June 19 at 5 p.m.

The 4th of July Parade is scheduled for Saturday, July 4 with line-up beginning at 8 a.m. in the parking lot of Lakota East High School and the parade kicking off promptly at

9 a.m. View the parade route.

As we celebrate America's 250th birthday this year, we want to make the parade bigger, more patriotic, and more fun than ever. Start planning now, gather your crew, and bring your best red, white, and blue creativity! All entries are strongly encouraged to incorporate an America 250 theme.

Appy today!

News from the Liberty Township Fire Department (LTFD)

LTFD Veteran Promoted to Assistant Fire Chief: The Liberty Township Board of Trustees, along with Fire Chief Ethan Klussman, are excited to announce the promotion of Battalion Chief Jason Knollman to Assistant Fire Chief within the Liberty Township Fire Department (LTFD). The promotion comes with the retirement of current Assistant Fire Chief
Dave Greve at the end of July.

Assistant Chief Knollman is a 26-year veteran of the LTFD and has held an officer position since 2011. Promoted to Lieutenant in 2011, Knollman served as Department Training Officer, conducted evaluations, and mentored personnel. He was later promoted to Battalion Chief in 2018, where his responsibilities within the department continued to grow. Read the complete press release.

Stay connected with the LTFD on Facebook! Follow @LibertyFireButler to keep up with the latest LTFD trainings, community events, safety information, and department updates.

Upcoming Parks' Events

Storytime in the Park

June 12 at 10 a.m.

Fort Liberty Playland (6845 Van Gorden Road)

Enjoy a 30-minute storytime provided by the MidPointe Library System.

Creative Arts in the Park

June 18 from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Fort Liberty Playland (6845 Van Gorden Road)

Take part in a FREE art activity provided by the Fitton Center for Creative Arts. Come anytime during the 90-minute window to participate in the activity.

School of Fish

June 20 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Reserves Park (5119 Grandin Ridge Road)

Do you wish to fish? The whole family will love this FREE, fishing experience. Bait and rods provided.