Communities Served
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Harrison Township Trustees Meeting Recap
February 19, 2026 The Harrison Township Trustees Meeting on February 19, 2026 covered community recognition, operational township spending, and nuisance property hearings affecting local neighborhoods. With a noon meeting time, attendance was limited to a few residents, highlighting how difficult it can be for many people to participate during working hours. Still, consistent civic engagement…
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Miamisburg City Council Meeting Recap
February 17, 2026 Professional, Engaging, and Transparent Last night I attended the Miamisburg City Council meeting — and before the meeting even began, something stood out. As attendees were taking their seats, a professionally produced highlight video of Miamisburg played on the monitors throughout the room. It was engaging, visually appealing, and immediately drew people…
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Centerville City Council Meeting Recap:
February 16, 2026 I attended the Centerville City Council meeting on February 16. Despite a full agenda, the meeting moved quickly — approximately 30 minutes — with minimal public interaction. In fact, there may have been as many police officers in attendance as residents. While brief, a few items stood out. St. Leonard Development Plan…
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How to Participate in Your Local Council Meeting
(Step-by-Step Guide) If you want to learn how to participate in your local council meeting, the process is usually much easier than people expect. However, many residents still hesitate to attend. In fact, the same questions often come up when the topic is discussed: “I didn’t know I could go.”“What would I be able to…
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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…