Why Tammy
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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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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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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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Putting Taxpayers First: A Different Approach to Leadership
Why I Chose to Run for County Auditor Across Montgomery County, I’ve had countless conversations with residents who are asking the same questions. Why are property taxes rising so quickly?Why does the system feel difficult to navigate?And where is the accountability? These conversations—not politics—are what led me to step forward and run for Montgomery County
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Montgomery County Property Taxes
Tammy Murphy Bringing the Conversation Full Circle Montgomery County property taxes affect every homeowner and community in our region. However, any conversation about tax increases should begin with an important question: Before raising property taxes, are we fully using the assets already within our community? That question opens the door to a broader discussion. Local
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Rethinking Property Tax Revenue:
How Dayton Can Increase Revenue Without Raising Property Taxes Rethinking property tax revenue starts with a simple question: can Dayton strengthen its tax base without increasing the burden on homeowners? Property tax discussions usually focus on millage rates. However, another approach deserves attention. Instead of raising taxes, local governments can increase revenue by improving how
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Smart Municipal Finance Solutions for Montgomery County:
Turning Vacant Land into Revenue Smart municipal finance solutions for Montgomery County begin with a simple idea: underused land should not remain idle. Across Dayton, Ohio and Montgomery County, Ohio, thousands of parcels remain underutilized. However, vacant land does not have to stay dormant. With the right municipal revenue strategy, these properties can strengthen neighborhoods