Accountability & Public Finance
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Montgomery County Government Transparency:
Can Taxpayers Easily Find Public Spending Information? Every year, Montgomery County residents pay property taxes that help fund schools, public safety, libraries, parks, road maintenance, county services, and local government operations. Most taxpayers understand that these services require funding. However, many residents struggle to answer a simple question: Where does the money actually go? As
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Property Tax Reality in Montgomery County:
When “Paper Gains” Don’t Match Real Life Property tax reform in Montgomery County has never been more urgent—especially as new reappraisal numbers highlight a growing disconnect between rising property values on paper and the reality in our neighborhoods. According to recent reporting, residential property values increased 19% in just one year, with an overall $7
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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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Property Tax Versus Homeowner Equity:
Who Protects a Homeowner’s Equity? For most families, their home is their single largest investment. It represents years of mortgage payments, maintenance, savings, and sacrifice. For many seniors, it may also represent the majority of their retirement security. That is why a growing national conversation about property tax versus homeowner equity deserves attention here in
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What Would Real Ohio Property Tax Reform Actually Look Like?
For quite some time now, many homeowners across Ohio have been asking an important question: If property taxes continue rising, where is all of the additional money going? That conversation has often been dismissed, minimized, or redirected. Yet now, lawmakers themselves are introducing new legislation that specifically addresses surplus funds and excess collections within portions
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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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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