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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Huber Heights public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Property tax rate certifications for Montgomery and Miami counties
The annual paperwork that officially locks in next year's property tax levies for both counties. It's routine, but it's what actually puts the tax rates in place for 2027.
2027 Budget Season Begins
The tax budget is the formal start of the 2027 budget process and keeps roughly $650,000 in state Local Government Fund money flowing. A public hearing is set for July 13.
2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan
The five-year parks wish list is taking shape: walking paths, tennis court resurfacing, community center playground replacement and HVAC, and Cloud Park expansion. The board can shape what makes the 2027 cut.
Supplemental appropriations including debt refinancing
The headline $101 million budget increase looks scary but is a wash — it just moves debt from short-term notes to a long-term bond in November. The real new spending is $19,700 for police, including eight AEDs for cruisers.
Republic Services trash contract extension with weekly recycling
The amended Republic Services deal brings weekly recycling to everyone. Standard rate is $19/month including the cart, seniors 55+ get 10% off, and rate hikes are capped at 5% a year for three years.
Bond and Note Issuance Package
The city is refinancing old debt and borrowing new money for water systems, recreation facilities, a police station/dispatch center, city hall renovations, and more. Every project has an identified repayment source, and past refinancing saved about $6 million.
2026 Police and Public Works Staffing
Council reviewed adding three police officers, one dispatcher, and one maintenance technician — all already funded in the 2026 budget — to the city's staffing table.
Needs assessment follow-through
Members voiced frustration that the city-sponsored needs assessment findings — missing mission/vision statements, no equity metrics, no dedicated staff — have sat with leadership while the commission is asked to do more. They want council to review the findings at a work session.