Good morning, Athens County. By this time next year, Ohio University students will find a transformed Testing Center in the heart of campus. The strategic relocation from Bromley Hall to Alden Library marks more than just a change of address—it represents a thoughtful integration with Student Accessibility Services, creating a centralized hub where support resources are just steps away from study spaces. The August 2025 move aligns with the university's ongoing efforts to eliminate barriers and enhance the student experience.
Meanwhile, a financial storm is brewing across Ohio as House Bill 335 threatens to reshape how local governments fund essential services. The proposed elimination of "inside millage" could drain $850 million from county budgets statewide, with Athens County officials raising alarms about potential impacts. Rather than reducing overall tax burdens, critics warn the reform would simply shift costs while making it harder to pass future levies for critical community needs.
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📚 Ohio University relocates Testing Center to enhance student accessibility. The Athens Campus Testing Center will move from Bromley Hall to Alden Library's first floor Suite 101 in August 2025. Now integrated with Student Accessibility Services, the center will focus primarily on providing a low-distraction environment for students with approved accommodations. The strategic relocation aims to eliminate physical barriers and create a student hub where important services are easily accessible. During the relocation period (July 28-August 1), the Testing Center will temporarily be offline as part of the university's commitment to supporting student success.
🏠 Ohio's property tax reform sparks local government panic. House Bill 335 would eliminate "inside millage" funding for counties and schools, potentially cutting $850 million from county budgets statewide. Athens County officials warn this won't actually reduce taxes but merely shift the burden to sales and income taxes, which disproportionately affect lower-income residents. The bill also raises the threshold for passing local tax levies from 50% to 60%, which would have caused multiple recent Athens County levies for essential services to fail. Critics argue the rushed reform is politically motivated rather than carefully planned with local communities.
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