Public Safety
- Dial 911
For Emergency, Immediate Threat to Life and/or Property
- Dial 513.785.1300 (Butler County Sheriff)
For Non-Emergency Dispatch of Ranger
- Email for After Hours Non-Emergency
Division of Public Safety
David VanArsdale, Chief Ranger
Email Chief VanArsdale
Cliff James, Ranger Admin. Lieutenant
Email Lieutenant James
Rusty Riegler, Ranger Patrol Lieutenant
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Metropark Alerts
Rentschler Forest Reigart Road Area Paving - 10/23-10/24/18
Paving work will be taking place at Rentschler Forest MetroPark's Regiart Road Area from 10/23-10/24/18. While the park will remain open, 2 parking areas will be closed and some traffic delays may be expected. For more information and map of the areas affected please visit the News Section via the link below. https://www.yourmetroparks.net/news-alerts/article/2018/10/22/rentschler-forest-metropark-reigart-road-area-paving-work---10-23-10-24-2018Closure of Forest Run MetroPark - Timberman Ridge Area for Trail Construction
Please check the NEWS section of this website for more details regarding this closure which begins August 13, 2018 until the area is re-opened by the Executive Director.Pumpkin Vine Trail Closure - Rentschler Forest MetroPark -Reigart Road Area
Due to heavy rains, a .35 mile section of the Pumpkin Vine Trail has been washed-out , deemed unsafe for passage, and closed at the Reigart Road Area of Rentschler Forest MetroPark, located at , 5701 Reigart Road, Fairfield Township OH 45011. Barriers and signage are in place and indicate an alternate route for passage; however, until repairs have occurred this section of trail will remain closed. Thank you for your patience as MetroParks staff works to make the necessary repairs.We offer a periodic newsletter with information about upcoming events and programs.
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