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St. Bernard council declines to expedite 7‑mill levy; discussion centers on voter choice and budget risk
Summary
Council considered suspending additional readings to fast‑track a 7‑mill levy renewal but voted 5–1 not to suspend; councilmembers voiced concern over possible layoffs if reserves are used and said voters should decide. A special March 13 meeting was scheduled to continue related business.
Council President opened the Feb. 20 St. Bernard Village Council meeting and the clerk read Resolution No. 2, a proposal to renew a 7‑mill property tax levy and certify it to the Hamilton County Auditor.
Councilmember Schultmeyer moved to suspend the second and third readings so the measure could be expedited to the ballot. “I’d like to make a motion to suspend the second, third reading of resolution number 2,” Schultmeyer said.
Councilmember Esteb urged the measure follow regular course so voters would have context. “I’d like to see this go regular course,” Esteb…
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