Communities Served
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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: đ 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 Ohioâs Property Tax Debate Is Escalating For years, Ohio homeowners have been told that rising property taxes are simply âpart of the system.â 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 continuesâwhether residents are present or not. A Packed Room for Student Recognition The meeting began with a full room as students…
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Community Conversations: A Day of Parades, Respect, and Real Dialogue
How we show up matters as much as what we stand for It Starts with Showing Up Community conversations donât just happen in meeting roomsâthey happen on sidewalks, at parades, and in everyday interactions. Today was a reminder of that. We started the morning at the Spring Fest Parade in Miamisburg. Even with rain moving…
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Butler Township Trustee Meeting Recap:
Limited Representation and Need for Transparency The Butler Township Trustee meeting recap from April 28, 2026, highlighted several key themes. Most notably, the meeting raised questions about representation, the pace of decisions, and the need for clearer information for residents. Limited Representation During Decision-Making Due to an excused absence, only two trustees were present to…
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Residence Park: Listening to What Residents Are Really Saying
Residence Park Dayton neighborhood concerns are not just headlinesâthey are real experiences shared by residents who feel overlooked and unheard. This morning, I joined neighbors in Residence Park during a Living City Project cleanup. While the work itself mattered, the conversations mattered even more. Above all, one message came through clearly:People are tired of being…
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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…