Those in West Chester Twp.’s approximately 35 square miles are represented by five different zip codes — 45011, 45014, 45069, 45241 and 45246, with the largest portion of the township falling within the 45069 ZIP code.
The West Chester Twp. moniker may be used instead of Hamilton, Fairfield, Sharonville, Springdale or Cincinnati without delivery being affected, according to township officials.
The community name used does not affect delivery, according to the U.S. Postal Service.
West Chester Twp. first initiated the ZIP code process in 2011 because some business property owners, especially those on the outskirts of the township, wanted to be able to identify West Chester in their address, said Barb Wilson, the township’s spokeswoman. By early 2012, all were approved by the Postal Service.
“As these properties are in West Chester, it seemed appropriate that they should be able to identify themselves as such,” said Barb Wilson, spokeswoman for the township.
Raising awareness on wildlife interactions
West Chester Twp. also is reminding residents and businesses of a different matter as winter weather starts to settle in.
Residential and business districts are seeing more signs of wildlife, including coyote, deer and other animals as the four-legged creatures ready themselves for the colder months and end up in places one might not expect.
These animals have become more accustomed to people and domesticated animals because their habitats are now in close proximity to homes, schools, parks and other areas, officials said.
The Ohio Division of Wildlife recommends many techniques for discouraging wildlife interaction with humans, including the following:
• Don’t leave pet food outdoors or accessible from the outdoors on a screened porch.
• Keep yards well lighted, especially if your yard is used by a household pet.
• Monitor household pets when they are outdoors, especially at night.
• Attracting birds to your yard may make for enjoyable viewing, but attracting birds may also attract predators that see them as a food source.
• Do not approach a wild animal, even if they appear injured or sick.
• Discourage wildlife approaching your property by throwing rocks or making loud noises from a safe distance. Most animals would not approach if they felt threatened.
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