Budget & taxes in Ohio local government
What Ohio city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
3,341 Ohio meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Ohio with the most budget & taxes activity
- Cincinnati, OH (170)
- Knox County, OH (122)
- Toledo, OH (117)
- Toledo Public Schools, OH (84)
- Cleveland, OH (84)
- Hudson, OH (83)
- Cincinnati Public Schools, OH (78)
- Hancock County, OH (78)
- Brecksville, OH (74)
- Ashtabula County, OH (73)
- Mahoning County, OH (73)
- Athens County, OH (73)
Latest matching meetings
Board holds public hearing on assessment appeals at One Government Center
The Toledo Board of Revision of Assessments will conduct a public hearing in the Council Chambers at One Government Center, located at Jackson Boulevard and Erie Street. Board members will take roll call, verify notice of the cases, and review case descriptions before adjourning. No specific cases or decisions are…
Board will discuss Authority financing update and other business
The Huber Heights New Community Authority Board will receive an update on Authority financings and consider any other business that comes before it. The meeting includes standard items such as call to order, approval of minutes, pending business, new business, and adjournment.
City to join Lorain County CDBG program
The Committee of the Whole will consider a resolution authorizing the City of North Ridgeville to participate in the Lorain County Urban County CDBG Program and authorizing the Mayor to execute the HUD Cooperation Agreement.
Board will consider additional property tax levies and an income tax proposal
The Cincinnati Board of Education will vote on resolutions to proceed with submitting a 7.0‑mill and an 8.0‑mill property tax levy, and to propose a 0.75% school district income tax. A public hearing will be held for guests and community input. An update on concerns at the Fairview‑Clifton German Language School will…
Board will consider the discretionary budget for community projects
The Trenton Community Improvement Corporation Board will discuss a possible action to fill a board member vacancy and approve the minutes from the February 19, 2026 meeting. It will receive updates on the Trenton Industrial Park and a potential Community Reinvestment Area agreement with Prologis, which are…
Council considers annexing 601.6 acres and declares emergency
The Trenton City Council will vote on two annexation resolutions covering about 601.589 acres in St. Clair and Madison Townships and will declare an emergency. It will also consider a resolution to freeze residential water and sewer rate increases for users under 8,000 gallons per month through Jan. 1, 2032…
Resolution amending the city of Trento n Classification Scale (first reading)
The City Council will consider a resolution to amend the city of Trento n Classification Scale, presented for its first reading. The Finance Director will discuss correspondence, including a June financial snapshot. The Council will review an executive‑session request to examine confidential information related to an…
Parks & Recreation Commission reviews financial reports and grant application
The commission meeting consisted of procedural reports and updates on recreational programming. The body discussed a grant application for a new pavilion and reviewed May financial balances.
Kent City Council to vote on 2027 tax budget and fire department grants
City Council will consider several ordinances regarding city finances, including the 2027 tax budget and purchase orders exceeding $3,000. The body is also reviewing grant applications for fire department staffing and equipment, as well as a noise ordinance amendment.
Audit Committee reviews levy and financial status for Cincinnati schools
The Cincinnati Public Schools Audit Committee will discuss FY 2027 audit committee goals and the FY 2027 internal audit plan. It will review the Chief Audit Executive's goals, the status of past internal audit recommendations, and the audit committee dashboard. The meeting also includes a levy and financial discussion…
Approve $236,154 payment to Crawford Construction for Howard Danville Road Bridge
The Board will vote on five resolutions, including contracts for landfill post‑closure care, school resource officers, a bridge project payment, a utility permit, and an emergency operations plan. It will also approve supplemental appropriations, bill lists, and receive departmental updates.
Council authorizes sale of four city parcels to Lion Bow Holdings, declaring emergency
The council approved the appointment of Gregory Peltz as city prosecutor and declared an emergency. It adopted a $2,000.00 donation to the Warrensville Heights Athletic Booster Club and approved several Planning Commission recommendations for signage, driveway modifications, and new single‑family homes. The council…
City Council to consider zoning changes and grant appropriations
The Whitehall City Council will consider three zoning ordinance amendments, including a request to limit gasoline stations, and authorize several grant applications and appropriations totaling $475,000.
Williams County Commissioners to consider Department of Aging levy
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss supplemental appropriations and a resolution of necessity for a Department of Aging levy. The body is also reviewing an AI usage policy and various project agreements.
Council considers ballot question for natural gas aggregation program
City Council will consider an ordinance to let voters decide on an opt-out natural gas aggregation program. The body is also reviewing budget amendments and agreements for road and trail projects.
Commission to discuss and approve new activity for Orange Art Fest on Aug 15, 2026
The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Commission will review June 17 minutes, receive updates on ongoing projects, and present a $750.00 financial report for Fiscal 2026. The main agenda item is discussion and approval of a new activity for the Orange Art Fest scheduled for August 15, 2026. Additional topics…
City Council to authorize workers comp program and storm sewer project
The City Council will consider resolutions to authorize participation in a workers compensation group rating program and to accept a bid for the Whitewood Road Storm Sewer Improvement Project. The body will also discuss a grant application for baseball field rehabilitation and a five-year fire alarm services agreement.
Council to consider $302,012 contract for Whitewood Road storm sewer improvements
The City Council committees will review and recommend approvals for several contracts and resolutions, including a $302,012 contract for the Whitewood Road storm sewer improvement, an $11,744.40 annual fire alarm and sprinkler maintenance agreement, and a $6,187.33 firewall maintenance renewal. Additional items…
Council considers $3.25 million increase for SR 83 and Chestnut Ridge Road roundabout
City Council will discuss several ordinances, including the creation of tax increment financing districts for the Ridgefield Subdivision. The body is also reviewing budget appropriations and a cooperative agreement for road resurfacing. Several ordinances to repeal city code chapters are up for final reading.
Lakewood Board of Education approves fees and contracts for 2026-2027 school year
The Board of Education met to approve a series of consent agenda items including school fees and service agreements. The body also held an executive session regarding the employment or dismissal of a public employee.
Akron Schools to authorize contracts with parents for student transportation
The Akron Public Schools Rules Committee will consider a resolution to authorize contracts with parents for transporting their children, paying a rate of $636.75 per student for the 2026-2027 school year.
Groveport Committee of the Whole to consider new Assistant Finance Director position
The Committee of the Whole will review several ordinances, including updates to personnel policies and the city's codified ordinances. The body is also considering the creation of a full-time Assistant Finance Director position.
Ordinance to reaffirm and restructure the Tax Incentive Review Council
The Committee of the Whole will consider Ordinance ORD-0029-2026, which repeals and replaces ORD-0063-2000 to reaffirm the city's Tax Incentive Review Council, establish its membership under Ohio Revised Code §5709.85, and declare an emergency. The body will also discuss Resolution 2026-0148 concerning policy research…
City Council to adopt 2027 tentative tax budget and consider multi‑billion bond issuances
The Wyoming City Council will vote on the 2027 tentative tax budget and adopt it as a resolution. The council will also hold public hearings and readings on several bond ordinances authorizing up to $40 million in limited‑tax general obligation bonds for road and water system improvements. Additional items include a…
Council to approve $14,879.122.00 contract for new public works facility
The council will consider several resolutions, including awarding a $14,879.122.00 bid to Vancon, Inc. for a new public works facility. It will also approve a $1,506,947.00 contract for a pool and water main replacement project with M & T Excavating, LLC. Additional actions include authorizing contracts for…
Ohio Edison proposes a three-year rate increase for Marion residents
The Public Utilities Committee will review Ohio Edison’s three‑year rate plan. The Legislation Codes and Regulations Committee will consider ordinances to ban the Flock surveillance system, to create a downtown Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area, and to amend council decorum rules. The Finance Committee will discuss…
Council to authorize water line easement and Labor Day Festival operations
The Canal Winchester Council will consider resolutions to authorize a water line easement from Meijer for utility work and to permit the Labor Day Festival to operate on city streets and sidewalks.
Finance Committee to vote on $31,440 contract amendment for City Hall addition
The Finance Committee will review the auditors’ exit conference and approve the June 15 meeting minutes. It will consider amending the Weber Murphy Fox contract to add $31,440 for limited construction‑administration services on the City Hall Addition and Renovation project, and a request to waive competitive bidding…
Finance Committee to review 2026 second quarter financial summary
The Finance Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review the financial summary for the second quarter of 2026.
Finance committee reviews July finances, capital project funding, and fire station costs
The Bay Village Finance Committee will review the July 2026 financial report, first-half year-end projections, and debt and reserve fund balances. Members will also track capital projects, evaluate second-half funding allocations, monitor lease vehicles, and review fire station budget draw-downs and remaining…
Budget committee to discuss asbestos abatement funding at 1500 W. Galbraith
The North College Hill Budget and Finance Committee will hold a special meeting on July 17, 2026 at 5:00 pm in the Senior Center at 1586 Goodman Ave. The committee will review and discuss the asbestos abatement project and its funding at the 1500 W. Galbraith location.
Budget, Finance and Growth Committee to discuss 2026-27 Budget
The committee will review monthly financial reports and the 2026-27 Budget. The meeting includes updates on state and federal grants, transportation, and the strategic plan's financial models.
Finance & Personnel Committee to discuss general fund borrowing policy
The Finance & Personnel Committee will review the Finance Director's reports on taxes, cash position, revenue, and expenses. The committee is also discussing the development of a policy regarding general fund borrowing practices.
Mahoning County Commissioners hold staff meeting on July 16, 2026
The Commissioners are meeting to review administrative matters, funding requests, and departmental updates. The agenda includes an executive session regarding pending or imminent court action.
Staff meeting to review minutes, updates, and upcoming board agenda items
County commissioners staff will approve meeting minutes and discuss updates on county and OMB matters. They will review funding requests, Clerk of the Board issues, and items slated for the commissioners' agenda. The session also includes handling signature folder items such as certificates and proclamations.
Commissioners approve $1.35 M appropriation to OPWC Fund and multiple fund transfers
The Hancock County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions authorizing payments, fund transfers, and new appropriations, including a $1,348,760 appropriation to the OPWC Fund. Additional items include a $42,885 advance to the CASA Fund, a $113,300 transfer to the Sheriff’s budget, and a $2,500…
Commissioners consider $74,514 draw for Danville Memorial Park Project
The Board of Commissioners will review funding requests for a park project in the Village of Danville. The meeting also includes departmental updates from the Dog Shelter and Job and Family Services.
Williams County Commissioners to approve supplemental appropriations
The Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on supplemental appropriations and the payment of bills. The session includes a review of the Dog Warden's reports and a quarterly investment meeting with Treasurer Kellie Gray.
Finance Committee will consider updates to the city’s zoning fee schedule
The Sunbury Finance Committee will discuss revisions to the employee handbook, updates to the zoning fee schedule, residents and RITA data, June check register and year‑to‑date fund report, and bank‑to‑book reconciliation. They will also review year‑to‑date income tax collections and bank balances. The meeting will…
Bratenahl Finance Committee to vote on fire inspection MOU with South Euclid
The Finance Committee will discuss a potential resident income tax credit and consider two resolutions: one authorizing a facility use agreement with Village Pilates Wellness for classes at the Community Center for $250 per month, and another authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of South Euclid for…