Xenia City Council voted to add a $5 senior motor‑vehicle license fee on Dec. 22, a step city officials said will generate roughly $120,000 per year for street improvements.

Staff explained the fee under Ohio Revised Code section 4504.172 would raise the total senior license fee from $20 to $25 — matching neighboring jurisdictions — and that the roughly $120,000 in local revenue would be available for street work and infrastructure priorities. A staff clarification noted part of the $25 total comprises county taxes that the city does not receive.

After a brief public hearing, Councilman Reynolds moved for passage and Councilman Walker seconded; roll-call votes recorded a unanimous council approval for the ordinance that night.

The city will use the funds for street improvements as described in the ordinance when the fee revenue is collected.