Good morning, Ross County. A collective sigh of relief is sweeping through local neighborhoods as commissioners announced a dramatic 30% cut in property taxes for 2026. The move comes as Ohio ranks eighth nationally for property tax burden, with officials taking action to ensure residents aren't forced from their homes due to soaring valuations. While county leaders handle fiscal matters, they're also challenging schools and townships to follow their lead in easing the burden on taxpayers.
Meanwhile, Chillicothe police had their hands full with a whirlwind weekend of crime across multiple neighborhoods. From assault cases at a BP gas station to hotel vandalism and a burglary that resulted in drug charges, officers were constantly on the move. At City Hall, Mayor Feeney offered reassurance that despite Pixelle's closure, Chillicothe remains financially solid enough to "tread water" while environmental progress continues with brownfield remediation projects that could transform former industrial sites.
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💰 Ross County slashes property taxes amid soaring Ohio valuations. Commissioners announced a 30% reduction in inside millage for 2026, negating the scheduled tax increase on the county government portion. The move comes as Ohio ranks eighth nationally for property tax burden, with officials expressing concern about residents being forced from their homes. County leaders are urging schools and townships, which receive much larger portions of tax revenue, to follow suit. Commissioners blamed state policy failures while pledging to maintain services through responsible budgeting and reduced carryover.
🚨 Chillicothe police tackle weekend crime wave across multiple neighborhoods. Officers responded to a series of incidents on September 28, 2025, including an assault at a BP gas station just after midnight. The day continued with multiple vandalism and theft reports at three hotels on North Plaza Boulevard, followed by domestic disputes and a burglary in progress that led to drug paraphernalia charges. Police also handled traffic violations and probation issues, with many cases remaining under active investigation as officers worked through the busy Sunday.
🏙️ Chillicothe mayor tackles tough budget amid paper mill revenue loss. Mayor Luke Feeney assured council that despite uncertainty from Pixelle's closure, the city remains financially strong enough to "tread water" until the situation clarifies. Environmental progress includes $800,000 in brownfield remediation next to the Transit Facility, making city-owned former railyard property developable for potential residential use. The Tiffin School site transfer to the Ross County Community Improvement Corporation will facilitate housing development as outlined in the "Choose Chillicothe" plan. Meanwhile, the reconstructed Wastewater Treatment Plant will gradually phase in new processes over coming weeks.
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