Xenia Phone Directory

The Xenia phone directory lists contacts for city hall, the police division, and Greene County government offices all located right here in town. Xenia is the county seat of Greene County, east of Dayton in western Ohio. Both city and county offices are based downtown, which makes it easy to handle most government business in one trip. This page collects the phone numbers, office addresses, and online tools you need to reach Xenia's city departments and county agencies. Whether you need to look up a court case, ask about a property, or get a copy of a police report, the Xenia phone directory below has the contact you need.

Xenia City Hall Phone Directory

Xenia City Hall is on Detroit Street in the downtown area. The main number puts you through to the receptionist, and from there you can reach any department. The city handles local services like water, sewer, street maintenance, and building permits. The finance department takes utility payments and handles billing questions. Parks and recreation, public works, and engineering all have their own lines as well.

Public records from the City of Xenia are available under ORC 149.43. You can request meeting minutes, ordinances, contracts, and other city documents. No form is needed. You can call, email, or walk in to make your request. The city must provide records promptly and can only charge for the actual cost of copies. Most basic copies run a few cents per page.

The city manager's office oversees all departments. If you have a complaint or question that does not fit a specific department, start there. Council meetings are open to the public and the minutes are on file at city hall.

Xenia Police Division Contacts

The Xenia Police Division is at 100 East Main Street. Their non-emergency line reaches the front desk and dispatch. For records like accident reports or incident reports, ask for the records section. Most records become public once the investigation is closed and the case is no longer active.

Under Ohio's public records law, confidential law enforcement investigatory records are exempt from release while a case is active. After it wraps up, the file typically opens to public access. You can request copies by calling the non-emergency line, visiting the station in person, or submitting a written request. Having a case number helps staff find the right file faster. If you do not have one, give the date, location, and names of people involved.

The Xenia police phone directory includes lines for patrol, detectives, and community outreach. Report copies usually cost a small fee.

Note: For emergencies in Xenia, always dial 911 instead of the non-emergency line.

Greene County Phone Directory for Xenia

Greene County offices are right in Xenia since it is the county seat. The courthouse complex on North Detroit Street holds the clerk of courts, auditor, recorder, and probate court. Each office has a separate phone number and handles different types of records. For Xenia residents, having all these offices nearby is a real advantage.

The Greene County Clerk of Courts manages civil and criminal case records. You can search by party name or case number. The county auditor tracks property values, tax assessments, and ownership records. You can search property data online for free through the auditor's website. The recorder maintains deeds, mortgage records, and lien filings. These records are all public and can be accessed in person or by phone during business hours.

The probate court in Greene County handles estates, guardianships, marriage licenses, and name changes. If you need a marriage license or have questions about a probate case, call the probate clerk directly. Each office has its own fee schedule for copies and certified documents.

Ohio's public records law, ORC 149.43, governs access to all county records. The statute spells out what is public and what is exempt.

Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43 spells out the public records rules that apply to Xenia and all Ohio government offices.

Ohio State Phone Resources for Xenia

Several state-level tools are available to Xenia residents at no cost. The Ohio State Directory covers all state agencies with phone numbers and websites. The Employee Phone Search finds individual state workers by name or department. Call (614) 466-2000 for general directory assistance from the state.

The Ohio Secretary of State Business Search lets you look up any registered business for free. The Ohio Supreme Court website provides case docket lookups and attorney registration searches that cover all Ohio courts. For vital records, the Ohio Department of Health charges $21.50 per certified copy of a birth or death record. The BMV has free title searches online and driver record requests for $5.00 each.

The Ohio Auditor publishes audit reports for Xenia and Greene County. These reports are free to download and review. The Attorney General's Yellow Book is the go-to guide for understanding public records rules across Ohio. It covers what offices must release, what is exempt, and how to challenge a denial.

Xenia Public Records Overview

Ohio has strong public records laws. Anyone can request records from Xenia city offices, the police, or Greene County departments. You do not need to state your name or purpose. Offices must respond promptly under ORC 149.43.

Exempt records include medical files, adoption records, DNA database entries, and some law enforcement files. Social security numbers and financial details get redacted before release. If a request is denied, the office must explain the reason and cite the specific law that allows the denial. You can file a mandamus action in court if you believe a denial is wrong. Fees for copies are based on actual cost and most offices charge just a few cents per page for standard paper copies.

Nearby Cities

These cities are close to Xenia in the Dayton area. Check their phone directory pages for local contacts and government office numbers.

All of the Xenia phone directory contacts on this page point to offices that are right here in town since Xenia is the county seat. If you need a department that is not listed, call city hall or the Greene County switchboard. They can tell you which office holds the record you want and connect you. The county auditor and recorder websites also let you search property and land records from home at any hour, which can save a trip downtown when all you need is a quick lookup.