As spring sports get underway across Auburn and Bainbridge, an important outdoor safety measure is now in place. Kenston Community Education, in partnership with Auburn and Bainbridge Townships and the Kenston Schools, has installed Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at local township fields and Kenston Schools’ Field 4 to enhance emergency preparedness.
This initiative ensures compliance with Ohio House Bill 47 (passed October 2024), which requires AEDs to be accessible at municipal sports and recreation facilities, fields, and schools throughout Ohio.
What This Means for Our Community
AEDs are portable, life-saving devices that deliver an electric shock to restore a normal heart rhythm during sudden cardiac arrest. Each unit includes clear, step-by-step voice instructions, making them easy to use – even for individuals without prior training.
AEDs will be available on-site during the active youth sports season, from April through October. In the winter months, they will be safely stored and maintained by Kenston Community Education until spring deployment.
AED Locations at Local Fields
Community members can now find AEDs at the following locations:
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Auburn Community Park – East side of the Parker Building
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Auburn New Hope Church – Mounted on the backstop (installation by May 11)
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Bainbridge Heritage Park – West side of the north parking lot near Town Hall
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Centerville Mills Park – South side of the Dining Hall
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Settlers Park – Picnic Pavilion
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River Road Park – Large Pavilion
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Kenston Campus Lower Fields – Field #4 fence
A Community Effort
KCE funds and maintains the AEDs. Kenston Schools and local township service departments assisted with installing the AED cabinets at each site.
By adding AEDs to these community spaces, Kenston Community Education – Auburn, Bainbridge Township and the Kenston Schools are taking another meaningful step toward ensuring the safety of athletes, families, and visitors at our fields.
For details on AED use and care, refer to the Emergency Action Plan. If you have questions about the community AEDs, please contact Kenston Community Education at 440-543-2552.
Together, we’re making our fields safer for everyone.