What should the salary be for a police officer?  It depends if the officer is looking for speeding cars and you are the speeder.  You might have a different feeling if your child is missing and he or she is looking for the child.  It might also matter if someone is outside your house at 2:00am.   Would you pay more in each situation?  Obviously.

Hiring and retaining police officers and firefighters has been a struggle nationwide.  Police Departments and Fire Departments see officers/firefighters become dissatisfied with pay and public criticism and leave public service.    

The City of Centerville Police Department has been nationally accredited 11 times.  Of the 127 law enforcement agencies receiving accreditation status in 2024, the CPD was one of three to be honored with the ‘Excellence’ designation. This award reflects their ongoing commitment to provide exceptional police service with the highest level of accountability and transparency.   Terry is proud of our police officers and department.

The Washington Township Fire Department (WTFD) serves both Washington Township and the City of Centerville in Montgomery County, Ohio. The department is a full-service, internationally accredited agency offering fire suppression, emergency medical services (EMS), fire prevention, and a broad array of community safety programs.    The WTFD is accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI), reflecting its commitment to high standards in operations, training, equipment, and public education.

It will be Terry’s priority to support the men and women first responders

Terry Posey’s plan for economic growth in Centerville focuses on supporting local businesses, attracting responsible new development, and investing in the town’s workforce. He will streamline permitting and zoning processes to make it easier for small businesses to start and expand, while offering targeted incentives to bring in new industries that align with Centerville’s values and character. Posey also plans to partner with local schools and trade programs to prepare residents—especially young people—for high-quality jobs in emerging fields. By revitalizing key commercial corridors and keeping dollars circulating locally, Posey aims to build a thriving, resilient economy that benefits every corner of Centerville.

Centerville, Ohio, is renowned for its extensive and vibrant parks and recreation system, managed mainly by the Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) alongside city-operated parks and facilities. Residents and visitors enjoy a wealth of outdoor spaces, programs, and community events throughout the year.

The Council of Centerville and the Trustees of Washington Township are responsible for the stewardship of more than 1,000 acres of parkland, with a total of 51 parks:

- 8 Community Parks
- 11 Nature Parks
- 32 Neighborhood Parks

We enjoy spraygrounds, dog parks, skateparks, archery ranges, sports fields, hiking and biking trails, playgrounds, and preserved natural areas. 

Terry understands the need to continue to monitor and upgrade our facilities. Terry’s priority will be to help ensure that our great public spaces continue to improve and serve our community.

The total budgeted expenses for the City of Centerville, Ohio in 2025 are $86.5 million. This figure encompasses all municipal operations, services, and capital improvements for the year. The city also projects total revenues of $80.7 million for 2025, resulting in a one-year planned deficit, which will be offset by a healthy reserve balance.

Terry’s focus will be on maintaining financial reserves to ensure Centerville’s future while assuring fiscal responsibility for all city expenditures.