Delhi Township reports increased fire runs, lower crime and ongoing infrastructure work

Department heads at the June 10 Delhi Township meeting gave updates on public safety, parks and infrastructure.

Fire Chief Douglas Campbell said May call volume rose to 420 runs, bringing the year-to-date total to 1,895 — about 4% higher than the same point last year — and noted medical calls increased with roughly 29% involving preventable incidents such as falls and lift assists. He reviewed a recent residential fire on Mount Alverno Road, reporting dispatch was 38 seconds, first unit arrival 4 minutes 5 seconds, water on fire at 5 minutes 14 seconds, and an estimated fire loss of about $30,000; no injuries were reported and firefighters rescued a family dog.

Police Chief Jeff Braun told trustees reported crime is 12% lower than in 2025 and 4% lower than 2024, the lowest rate in more than a decade; response time improved to 4.95 minutes from 5.18 last year, and thefts account for roughly 40% of reported crimes. Chief Braun also said the department is accepting applications for the next Citizens Police Academy in October.

Public Works Director Ronald Ripperger reported ongoing restoration from multiple Cincinnati Water Works main breaks and said schedules will be shared as they are finalized. Parks & Recreation Director Randy Supe described ongoing park maintenance, a successful baseball tournament weekend, plans to add an AED and cameras at the lodge, and that walking-path bids are under review.

Fiscal Officer James J. Luebbe reported a $38,000 payment to PAR Public Safety Equipment to outfit two police vehicles; trustees authorized the bid-opening process for the township walking-path project and forwarded bids to Parks & Recreation for review.