About Harrison Township, Montgomery County, Ohio

Our Responsibilities

In Ohio, townships play a vital role in a coordinated system of service delivery that includes the state, county, and township levels. Each jurisdiction has clearly defined responsibilities, especially in areas like policing and road maintenance. As a political subdivision of the state, Harrison Township is entrusted with certain local powers and duties, including providing:

Road Maintenance
Parks & Recreation
Police Protection

Zoning
Fire Protection
Waste Disposal

The township administrator and staff manage daily operations, handling general government functions such as finance, accounts payable, human resources, payroll, and trash services including billing.

Our offices are located at the Government Center, 5945 North Dixie Drive. For assistance, please call (937) 890-5611.

Harrison Township sign decorated with blue balloons at a community event

Our History

Harrison Township, located in central Montgomery County, Ohio, was founded in 1841 and named after President William Henry Harrison. With a population of nearly 22,000, the township began as a farming community established by church congregations and grew along the Stillwater River, where its mills played a key role in local industry.

By the mid-20th century, Harrison Township embraced the vibrant culture of the 1950s with drive-ins, diners, and lively community life. The establishment of I-75 helped transform the township into a strong manufacturing and commercial hub, showcasing the grit and determination of its residents.

In 2019, the Memorial Day tornado caused significant damage, but the community came together to rebuild and persevere. Today, Harrison Township honors its rich history while charting a new course focused on growth, resilience, and opportunity.

Timeline

1800s

Early Settlement

Settlers purchased and farmed the land as part of the Congress Lands following the American Revolution, establishing the area that would become Harrison Township.