The infiltration of Democrats into the local Republican Party is rather obvious, and there is a realigning of power within the “Kool Kid Klub” members.
Ohio Counties
How Much Lake County Land Does the Government Own?
Is Lake County moving in the right direction, or is the public sector growing at a pace that the private sector cannot afford?
Want to Hear a Dirty Little Secret About Property Taxes?
“No public entity must accept the unvoted increases in property taxes.”
Florida Governor Thinks Property Taxes Should Be Eliminated
“I agree that taxing land/property is the more oppressive and ineffective form of taxation,” the governor added.”…Governor Ron DeSantis
H.B. 15…The “Destroy Lake County Taxpayer Bill”
Any property taxes eliminated for the Perry Nuclear Power plant will be paid by the homeowners and businesses in Lake County.
Lakeland Community College seeks to lay off 30 faculty to address deficit
“Lakeland President Sunil Ahuja said the college needs to balance its budget. Enrollment has dropped by 44% since 2015, echoing a broader decline colleges and universities have seen across the country. The number of professors, though, has stayed basically same, Ahuja said. There are now 117 full-time faculty.”…Connor Morris of Ideastream
F-Minus: A Tale of Two Cities’ School Districts
“When will it all collapse because it is unsustainable?”
Breakdown of Property Taxes by Class 1, 2,3
Are we merely renters from the government?
Property Taxes In Michigan Are A Problem
A short video explaining the property tax problem in Michigan.
Preaching About the Immorality of Property Taxes
You can listen to the property tax guys on Pastor Ernie Sanders radio program.
Is the Lake County Government Outpacing the Private Sector’s Ability to Pay for the Services?
If government spending went up $127 million (33.3%) in ten years to serve 1,799 people, would you be worried?
A Murky Path for Property Tax Relief
“State Rep. Bill Roemer, a Richfield Republican, said Friday that passing property tax relief will be a “top priority” for the House Ways and Means Committee, a tax-writing committee that he leads.”…Lila Mills
The Clock Has Struck Midnight at Lakeland Community College
“While the new administration is currently trying to rectify the entirety of the financial picture and the gravity that the many issues the Ohio state audit revealed, it does not negate years of mismanagement, lack of clear communication to the Board and the greater community and the non-compliance with HLC standards.”…HLC
Do You Ever See Your Property Tax Bill?
40% of Lake County have their tax bill sent to their mortgage company.
Can Wickliffe Residents Afford Another 7.2 Mill Levy?
It is official! The Wickliffe School Board will place a 7.2 mill property tax levy on the May 2025 ballot.
Citizens for Property Tax Reform
Here are suggested forms to contact your elected State Representatives, and forms for filing a protest about your property values.
Property Tax Grievance Workshop
By Brian Massie, A Watchman on the Wall Timberlake Mayor John Marra Stepping up to educate the citizens of Timberlake and Lake County about property taxes. Property Tax Grievance Workshop Timberlake Village Hall 11 E. Shore Blvd. Tuesday February 11, 2025…6:00pm Complaint… Read More ›
Lake County Treasurer’s Office Sending Out Property Tax Bills
By Brian Massie, A Watchman on the Wall We have been speaking and writing about the sexennial revaluation for property values in Lake County for quite some time. Significant property tax increases will become a reality for many residents this… Read More ›
Montgomery & Trumbull Commissioners Addressing Property Taxes
“Mahoning County Commissioners say they are eager to work with their counterparts to the north to get some relief on property taxes in Columbus.”
Higher property taxes in Cuyahoga County? Treasurer explains why
“”If you are seeking more than a $50,000 reduction in value, the Board of Revision must notify the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) under the Ohio Revised Code. CMSD’s Board of Education can make a “counter complaint” and argue against the value reduction.”
How Can My Property Value Go Up, But My Property Taxes Go Down
Your home value / by the total residential value for your taxing district is multiplied by the total tax to be collected to determine your share of the tax burden.
Ohio’s 136th Legislative Session
““I think property tax reform is the big one. It’s not new, but it’s one that really didn’t get a lot of movement because there are so many moving parts in changing tax laws.”…Jerry Cirino…State Senator (R-18th District)
Lake County Government Still Has Healthy Cash Balance
Lake County has $78,426,541 in cash and securities.
SUPPORT COMMISSIONER PLECNIK SUPPORTING SENIORS
“Thanks to Commissioner John Plecnik for being the loudest voice to stand up for our seniors.”…Patrick Henry
Lake County Commissioner Plecnik and Timberlake Mayor Marra to Speak on Property Taxes
If you cannot make the event,, you can watch it live on Ohio Political News’ Rumble channel.