Communities Served
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Riverside City Council Meeting Recap:
How Accurate Records Protect Taxpayers and Improve City Services The Riverside City Council meeting on June 15 provided one of the most interesting examples I have seen so far of how local governments rely on accurate records, audits, and verification processes to serve residents effectively. With eight residents in attendance and a meeting livestreamed on
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Property Tax Reform in Montgomery County:
Temporary Fixes vs Long-Term Reform Property tax reform in Montgomery County is once again part of the conversation. However, homeowners deserve clarity on what is actually being proposed and what it means long term. Recently, a proposal introduced a one-time tax credit for certain homeowners. While this may provide short-term relief, it does not address
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Montgomery County Auditor Campaign Update:
Building Momentum Through Community Conversations My Montgomery County Auditor Campaign continues to move forward, even when there is not always time to share every meeting, conversation, or event happening behind the scenes. While many voters are not yet focused on the November election, the work required to earn their trust happens months before ballots are
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Property Tax Transparency:
Why I’m Running for Montgomery County Auditor Property tax transparency is one of the biggest concerns I hear everywhere I go in Montgomery County. Whether I am attending a city council meeting, speaking with homeowners, or meeting with seniors living on fixed incomes, the message remains the same: people want answers. They want to know
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New Lebanon Council Meeting Recap:
Infrastructure Concerns, Public Discourse, and Transparency The New Lebanon Council meeting recap from June 2, 2026, left a lasting impression—and not entirely for the reasons I expected. I attended the meeting with someone who had never attended a council meeting before. As we arrived, we expected to learn about community issues, hear updates from local
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Jefferson Township Trustee Meeting Recap
Transparency, Detailed Reporting, and Community Improvements The Jefferson Township Trustee meeting recap from June 2, 2026, provided something I always appreciate when attending local government meetings: Details. Unlike some communities where information can be difficult to access before a meeting, Jefferson Township made participation easy. Although I was unable to locate an agenda online beforehand,
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Trotwood City Council Meeting Recap:
An Example of Growth, Leadership, and Community Engagement The Trotwood City Council meeting recap from June 1, 2026, left me with a positive impression before the meeting even began. Arriving early gave me the opportunity to drive through portions of the Trotwood Industrial Park, where several businesses continue to grow and expand. Seeing that investment
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Clayton City Council Meeting Recap:
Development, Transparency, and Resident Engagement The Clayton City Council meeting recap from May 21, 2026, showed something important right away. A full parking lot usually signals one thing: 👉 residents are paying attention. And this time, that was exactly the case. Unlike several recent meetings where attendance centered around student recognition programs, residents attended this
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When Taxpayers Struggle but Government Reserves Grow:
Why Ohio’s Property Tax Debate Is Escalating For years, Ohio homeowners have been told that rising property taxes are simply “part of the system.” But across Montgomery County and throughout Ohio, more residents are beginning to ask a difficult question: If families are struggling more than ever… why are so many public entities reporting growing
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Miami Township Trustee Meeting Recap:
Recognition, Grants, and Ongoing Township Business The Miami Township Trustee meeting recap from April 29, 2026, highlighted something important about local government. Even during one of the busiest times of the year, Township business continues—whether residents are present or not. A Packed Room for Student Recognition The meeting began with a full room as students