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Stoppa emphasizes transparency, financial restraint in Medina Township trustee forum
Summary
Mike Stoppa, a candidate for Medina Township trustee, told a candidates forum he would prioritize transparency, financial oversight and coordination with public safety partners if elected, and outlined steps for managing equipment and levy planning.
Mike Stoppa, a candidate for Medina Township trustee, said he would prioritize transparency and financial responsibility if elected, and asked residents to be involved in budget and levy decisions during a candidates forum hosted by the Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce and Medina TV.
Stoppa, who served as a township trustee from 2018 to 2021 and described himself as a former firefighter, told forum moderators that he wants to restore livestreaming of township meetings and increase resident engagement so taxpayers can see "how their tax dollars are being used." He said restoring public access to meetings and regular communication would be a measure of his success in office.
Stoppa outlined why the issue matters, saying trustees must balance near-term needs with…
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