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Dayton City Commission Meeting Recap
Infrastructure, Development & A Smarter Response Model February 11, 2026 The Dayton City Commission Meeting focused on infrastructure investments, development agreements, and innovative service programs affecting residents across the city. The session highlighted the operational side of local government — from public works equipment purchases to zoning matters and federal recovery funding decisions. While these
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West Carrollton City Council Meeting Recap
February 10, 2026 Leadership, Infrastructure and Community Focus The West Carrollton City Council Meeting highlighted infrastructure planning, community recognition, and development updates affecting the city’s future. From the start, the meeting reflected strong organization and preparation. Council followed the agenda efficiently, leadership maintained decorum, and residents were provided time to speak. Well-structured meetings like this
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What is a Split Jurisdiction?
A split jurisdiction occurs when a single community—such as a city or village—spans more than one county. While residents may share the same local government, school district, and community identity, different county governments handle key administrative functions depending on where a property is physically located. Because counties manage many important services, this arrangement can create
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Community Spotlight: Union, Ohio
Local Issues, Growth & What It Means for Taxpayers Union, Ohio is a small city with a unique governance structure and a strong local identity. Located on the western edge of Montgomery County, Union also extends into neighboring Preble County, creating an uncommon split-county jurisdiction. This structure affects how taxes are administered, how services are
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What’s on the May 2026 Ballot for Northridge, OH
Northridge voters will see a Northridge Schools permanent improvements levy on the May 2026 ballot. The proposed measure would create a new 2.2-mill tax levy to fund school district building and facility improvements. The graphic above shows the estimated annual cost to homeowners based on property value if the levy passes. What the Northridge Schools
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Kettering Schools Bond Issue May 2026
Voters in the Kettering City School District will decide the Kettering Schools bond issue May 2026. The proposal asks voters to approve a 5.93-mill bond. The bond would fund new school construction, building renovations, and facility improvements across the district. School districts often use bonds to pay for large construction projects. These projects include building
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What’s on the May 2026 Ballot for Union, OH
Union voters will see two important issues on the May 2026 ballot. The ballot includes a renewal levy for streets, roads, and bridges and a proposed 1% municipal income tax for police and fire operations. The road levy supports infrastructure residents already rely on. The income tax proposal would create a new funding source tied
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What’s on the May 2026 Ballot for Trotwood, OH
Trotwood voters will see an important local issue on the May 5, 2026 ballot. The City of Trotwood is asking residents to consider a renewal levy that supports current operating expenses, including funding for police services. Because this measure is a renewal levy, it continues existing funding rather than creating a new tax. If approved,
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What’s on the May 2026 Ballot for Washington Township, OH
Voters in Washington Township will make an important decision in the May 5, 2026 election. The Washington Township OH May 2026 ballot includes a proposed levy that would support local police services. Township leaders say the levy would help fund law enforcement operations. It would also help maintain the level of police coverage residents currently
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What’s on the May 2026 Ballot for Jackson Township, OH
Voters in Jackson Township will see two local issues on the May 5, 2026 election ballot. The Jackson Township OH May 2026 ballot includes renewal levies that support police services and road infrastructure within the township. Both issues are renewal levies, which means they continue existing funding rather than creating new taxes. If voters approve