City Of Mason

What City Of Mason does

The City of Mason is a municipal government entity incorporated in 1971 in Warren County, southwest Ohio, approximately 22 miles northeast of Cincinnati. It serves roughly 34,000 residents across 19 square miles and operates under a council/manager form of government with a seven-member City Council, an elected Mayor (currently Josh Styrcula, 2025-present), and a City Manager (Eric Hansen) as chief administrative officer. The city delivers core municipal services through dedicated departments including Police (CALEA-accredited since 1997), Fire/EMS (handling over 4,800 emergency responses annually across two stations), Public Utilities (water reclamation and stormwater), Service/Public Works, Tax, and Parks & Recreation. Its portfolio of community facilities includes the Mason Community Center, Mason Municipal Aquatic Center (featuring an enclosed 50-meter Olympic-sized pool), The Grizzly Golf Course (Jack Nicklaus-designed), and nine parks covering approximately 400 acres.

Mason's revenue model is anchored in taxation rather than commercial product sales. Primary streams include a 1.12% earnings tax on wages earned in the city (one of the lowest in the tri-state area), property taxes administered through the Warren County Auditor's Office, usage-based utility fees (water, sewer, stormwater, trash), and recurring subscription revenue from Community Center memberships, Aquatic Center season passes, and transactional revenue from the Grizzly Golf Course. Eighty percent of city income tax collection comes from businesses, with the 15 largest employers alone generating more than $5.3 million annually. The city has maintained an AAA credit rating from Moody's Investors Service, signaling conservative financial management and low debt burden.

On the economic development and business attraction side, Mason functions as an active site-selection competitor, partnering with JobsOhio at the state level and REDI Cincinnati for international and national projects. It markets 24-27 commerce parks hosting over 90-150 corporations across bioscience, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and technology verticals, supported by shovel-ready sites, small business resource partnerships (Warren County SBDC, MADE Chamber), and a workforce advantage anchored by a 97% high school graduation rate and 46% bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment among residents. Technology infrastructure is modest and operational rather than product-oriented: a Mason Permit Portal (OpenGov-hosted) for online permitting, an Online Tax Tool for quarterly filing, a Community Calendar platform, and standard municipal SaaS for permitting and event management.

Name

City Of Mason

Legal name

City of Mason

Website

https://imaginemason.org

Company type

Public

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

The City of Mason is a municipal government in southwest Ohio serving roughly 34,000 residents and 500+ businesses through taxation-funded services including public safety, utilities, parks, recreation, and economic development. It maintains an AAA Moody's credit rating and partners with JobsOhio and REDI Cincinnati to attract bioscience, advanced manufacturing, and corporate headquarters investment.

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Product category

Municipal Government Services

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (71219)

SIC

Water Supply (4941), Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Planning, Zoning, Permitting & Code Enforcement (BPAIACAE), Building Codes, Permitting & Inspections (Building Safety) (BPAIANAF)

Keywords

• Municipal government services
• Public recreation facilities
• Economic development programs
• Public safety services
• Community amenity operations

Headquarters

HQ city

Mason

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Earnings/Income Tax: The city collects a 1.12% earnings tax on wages earned in Mason from residents and employees working in the city. Employers are required to withhold and remit the tax. These taxes support many city services including curbside brush chipping, road construction, park land, leaf pickup, police protection, snow removal, and traffic signal maintenance.
2. Property Taxes: Property taxes are administered through the Warren County Auditor's Office for billing and collection.
3. Utility User Fees: Revenue from water, sewer, stormwater, and trash collection services provided to residents and businesses.
4. Community Center Memberships and Fees: The Mason Community Center generates revenue through membership fees, day passes, program registrations, and facility rentals including party packages and room rentals.
5. Aquatic Center Fees: Mason Municipal Aquatic Center generates revenue through season pass rates for Premier Members and day use fees.
6. Golf Course Operations: The Grizzly Golf Course operated by the city generates revenue from green fees, pro shop sales, and the Great 18 Bar & Grill restaurant.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The City of Mason is a municipal government entity providing core public services including public safety (police and fire/EMS), tax administration, permitting and inspection, utilities (water, sewer, stormwater, trash), public works (snow removal, street maintenance, brush/leaf collection), parks and recreation, and economic development support. It operates community recreation facilities including the Mason Community Center, Mason Municipal Aquatic Center, The Grizzly Golf Course, and nine city parks covering nearly 400 acres. The city also delivers hosted events and community programs such as Red Rhythm and Boom, Heritage Festival, Music in Mason, the Western & Southern Open (Cincinnati Open), and a Come Together Mason e-gift card program supporting local small businesses.

Product overview

The City of Mason operates a portfolio of municipal services and community facilities organized as an integrated public services ecosystem. Core facilities include the Mason Community Center (recreation hub with fitness, aquatics, childcare, and cafe), the Mason Municipal Aquatic Center (outdoor splash pad and enclosed Olympic pool), and The Grizzly Golf Course (Jack Nicklaus-designed championship course). The city provides digital services through the Mason Permit Portal for online permitting, and tax services with online filing tools. Community programs include the Come Together Mason E-Gift Card supporting 80+ local businesses, the DORA outdoor refreshment area, Community Garden plots, and the Good Neighbor Trailer lending program. Public safety is delivered through CALEA-accredited Police and Fire departments handling over 4,800 annual emergency responses. Nine parks covering 330+ acres, hosted events including the Cincinnati Open tennis tournament, Red Rhythm and Boom, Heritage Festival, and Music in Mason concert series complete the portfolio. The city's online presence also hosts the Mason Community Calendar for event promotion.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Mason Community Center: A comprehensive recreation facility offering fitness, aquatics, gymnasium, and community programming.
• Mason Municipal Aquatic Center
• The Grizzly Golf Course
• Mason Parks & Recreation
• Come Together Mason

Products and services

• Mason Community Center
• Mason Municipal Aquatic Center
• The Grizzly Golf Course
• Mason Parks System
• Mason Permit Portal
• Mason Fire Department Services
• Mason Police Department
• City of Mason Tax Services
• Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)
• Community Event Hosting Services
• Mason Community Garden
• Good Neighbor Trailer

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $800 million in new investment recruited over past decade
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers32 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MADE CDC (MADE Chamber Community Development Corporation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Founded in 2018 by MADE Chamber in partnership with City of Mason and regional leaders. Coordinates public and private efforts to grow Mason into a healthy, vibrant, successful, and resilient place. The city committed $3.5 million investment over five years (2024) to support Mason Mile revitalization in Downtown Mason.
• JobsOhiocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level economic development partner working collaboratively on strategic national and international projects to attract companies and create jobs in Mason's target sectors including bioscience, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and technology.
• REDI CincinnaticoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development organization collaborating on strategic projects to attract foreign direct investment and corporate headquarters to Mason. Works with JobsOhio on national and international projects.
• Warren County Small Business Development Center (SBDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe City provides financial assistance to Warren County SBDC to help small businesses locate to Mason. SBDC offers one-on-one counseling, workshops, business planning, referrals, and cash flow analysis services for small business entrepreneurs.
• MADE Chamber (Mason Deerfield Chamber)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocated at 316 W Main Street Mason, the MADE Chamber promotes investment, development, advocacy, connections, and visibility for local businesses. Founded MADE CDC in 2018 in partnership with the city to grow the Mason region.
• Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW)coreTechnology or IntegrationMason contracts with Greater Cincinnati Water Works to provide water and monthly utility billing services to the community. GCWW is a municipally owned utility since 1839 with state-of-the-art water treatment and research facility.
• Duke EnergycoreTechnology or IntegrationDuke Energy provides electricity and natural gas to Mason. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is a Midwest leader in low-cost generation offering economic development services to industrial customers at rates below national average.
• Tri-County Health and Wellness PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMason partners with developers and utilities to achieve pre-development readiness and has extended Tri-Health Wellness Program to corporations along with Community Center packages through public-private partnerships.
• Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)minorOthersCVG airport is approximately 45 minutes from Mason via two interstate routes. Serves as Delta hub and DHL U.S. international sorting hub, providing scheduled passenger service through 6 airlines and cargo service through 2 cargo airlines.
• Sinclair Community CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSinclair Community College's Courseview Campus is located near Mason, providing higher education and workforce training opportunities for residents and businesses.
• Campus Technology District & Business AcceleratorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCreative innovation centers in Mason serving as catalysts for innovation and business growth in the technology sector.
• Technology Resource CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation center in Mason serving as a catalyst for technology business development and support.
• Mason Historical SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOperates the Alverta Green Museum and provides historical walking tours and resources to keep the city connected to its historical roots.
• Mason Parks & Recreation FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit organization whose mission is to enhance quality of life by encouraging support of parks, places, and programs. Raises private funds to enhance and expand community's parks, trails, and recreation programs.
• Lindner Family Tennis CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional tennis facility in Mason hosting the Western & Southern Open - one of the top nine professional tennis events in the world.
• American Legion Post 194minorGTM or Marketing PartnerVeterans organization partnering with the city for events like Red, Rhythm and Boom, selling adult beverages with proceeds benefiting veterans and Mason Park & Recreation Foundation.
• VFW Post 9622minorGTM or Marketing PartnerVeterans organization partnering with the city for events and veteran memorial programs in Mason.
• Mason City School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSeparate governmental entity from the city with elected officials. City partners with school district on technology transfer initiatives and Mason Community Center membership packages for employers. Serves approximately 10,900 students.

Scale indicators20 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• City of Centerville: Dayton suburb with a similarly top-rated school district, AAA-style financial profile, and economic development focus on corporate offices and advanced manufacturing.
• City of Beavercreek: Dayton-area suburb with a Wright-Patterson AFB-adjacent economic base and a similar mix of bioscience/aerospace employers and highly educated residents; comparable in scale and tax-base strategy.

Others

• City of Warren County Government: The county government that administers property taxation for Mason and partners with the city on economic development, small business support, and shared public-s services.

Direct peers

• City of Blue Ash: Cincinnati-area suburb with a comparable business-friendly economic development playbook, mixed-use downtown redevelopment, and a focus on attracting corporate headquarters and tech employers.
• City of Sharonville: Hamilton County suburb with a similar industrial and corporate-park profile; competes with Mason for manufacturing and logistics employers along the I-75 corridor.
• City of Liberty Township: Neighboring Warren County community of similar residential/suburban profile with overlapping school district catchment and the same competition for new residential and commercial tax base.
• City of West Chester Township: Adjacent Butler County, Ohio suburb of comparable size and economic base; competes with Mason for corporate relocations, retail anchors, and biohealth/advanced manufacturing investment in the Cincinnati metro.
• City of Loveland: Suburban Ohio municipality in the same metro recruiting knowledge-economy residents and small businesses, with comparable community amenity and parks-driven quality-of-life positioning.
• City of Springdale: Cincinnati-area suburb with a Tri-County Mall-based commercial tax base and similar economic development focus on retail and corporate recruitment.

Broad incumbents

• City of Cincinnati: Central city whose municipal services, port authority, and economic development strategy shape the regional competitive context in which Mason recruits employers and residents.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/imaginemason
• Facebookfacebook.com/City-of-Mason-Ohio-Government-100064549038496
• Instagraminstagram.com/cityofmasonohio
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/city-of-mason-ohio

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

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