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What the County Treasurer’s Report Really Means for Homeowners
The County Treasurer Annual Report for 2025 is drawing attention across Montgomery County, highlighting record property tax collections, declining delinquency rates, and growing concerns around foreclosure activity. While the report presents a strong financial picture at first glance, it is important to take a closer look at what these numbers truly represent for homeowners. If
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Putting Taxpayers First: A Different Approach to Leadership
Why I Chose to Run for County Auditor Across Montgomery County, I’ve had countless conversations with residents who are asking the same questions. Why are property taxes rising so quickly?Why does the system feel difficult to navigate?And where is the accountability? These conversations—not politics—are what led me to step forward and run for Montgomery County
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Montgomery County Auditor Leadership:
Current Approach vs A New Vision Montgomery County residents deserve clear, transparent, and forward-thinking leadership—especially when it comes to property values and property taxes. Recently, the current Auditor shared updates on how the system works today. That information matters. However, just as important is this question: What comes next? This page outlines that difference—using direct
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Englewood City Council Meeting Recap:
Community Recognition and Key Resolutions 04/14/26 The Englewood City Council meeting recap from last night, offered a different perspective than many recent meetings. While the evening began with a closed-door executive session, it quickly shifted into a strong show of community support and recognition. Executive Session: Brief but Notable The evening started with a Special
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Union City Council Meeting Recap:
Income Tax Proposal, Levy Support, and Questions… The Union City Council meeting recap from April 13, 2026, revealed several important issues. These ranged from meeting procedures to financial planning decisions that may affect residents in the coming years. A First: Required Sign-In for All Attendees At this meeting, every person in the room had to
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Dayton Neighborhood Conference:
Real Conversations. Real Solutions. Real Momentum. The Dayton Neighborhood Conference started early, but it delivered exactly what our community needs—real conversations, shared ideas, and a focus on solutions. More than 200 residents, leaders, and community partners showed up ready to engage. Instead of sitting back, attendees leaned into conversations that matter. As a result, the
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Brookville City Council Meeting Recap:
Strong Leadership and Real-World Impact April 7, 2026 Attending the Brookville City Council meeting in person this week was well worth the time. While the meeting ran longer than expected, it was one of those evenings where the depth of information made it feel productive from start to finish. What stood out most was the
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Oakwood City Council Meeting Recap:
A Look at What’s Ahead for Residents April 6, 2026 Attending the Oakwood City Council meeting this week offered a clear look at what’s happening across the community. While the meeting itself was efficient and well-organized, several key updates stood out because they directly impact residents. While the meeting itself was efficient and well-organized, several
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Kettering Combined City Council and School Board Meeting Recap
School Board Presentation on New Schools and May Levy The Kettering school levy discussion was the focus of a joint meeting between Kettering City Council and the Kettering Board of Education on March 31. I was glad to attend and hear the full presentation shared that evening. The meeting began with a well-deserved celebration of
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When Property Records Don’t Match Reality:
Why Auditor System Accuracy Matters When Property Records Don’t Match Reality Property records accuracy should be the foundation of a fair tax system. However, recent conversations with a local neighborhood association revealed something concerning: the system doesn’t always reflect what’s actually happening in real life. Even more concerning—when residents report issues, they often don’t receive