property tax levies

Could Ohio reforms lead to more — or larger — levies on the ballot?

Several local districts say they're struggling to balance their budgets and need additional funds to stay afloat. New money has been hard to come by.

The renewals — which won't increase taxes — will help fund the county's Developmental Disabilities Services and Family Services and Treatment programs through 2029.

Some Cincinnati neighborhoods saw residential property tax increases far above the citywide average, including more than double in East Westwood.

Hamilton County commissioners voted unanimously Monday to put the levy before voters at the current level, without the increase zoo officials requested.

The Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library will put a tax levy renewal and increase on the November ballot.

The measure was supposed to get a vote this week, but Council delayed action so they could do more community engagement.

Hamilton County voters approved all three tax levies on the ballot Tuesday: two renewing at the current level, and one with an increase.

Voters will decide on renewing two levies at the current millage: indigent care and senior services. The third, for mental health services, will be up for an increase.

Three Hamilton County tax levies could be on the November ballot this year. Two are recommended for renewal at the same property tax rate, and one is recommended for an increase.