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Lucas County finalizes 9‑1‑1 levy resolution after voters approved funding in May
Summary
Commissioners approved a final resolution levying 0.8 mills for five years to support 9‑1‑1 operations and public safety communications, and commissioners publicly thanked voters for approving the increase in the May 5 election.
The Board of Lucas County Commissioners on June 2 approved a final resolution to levy an additional 0.8 mills for five years—above the 10‑mill limitation—to fund operating and capital improvements for the county 9‑1‑1 system and public safety communications.
Michael Hart presented the resolution, noting the county’s prior investment in the Western Lake Erie nutrient inventory tool and detailing that the levy is the third and final resolution related to the measure. A commissioner who spoke during the hearing thanked local voters for approving the levy on May 5 and said the increase will help maintain a “robust and predictable” 9‑1‑1 system in Lucas County.
Officials said the levy will enable ongoing technology investments and sustain the county’s 9‑1‑1 operations. The board recorded the roll call and approved the resolution.
Why it matters: county officials described the levy as necessary to maintain communications infrastructure for public safety and underscored that voters had recently approved the measure in the May election. The board indicated staff and the 9‑1‑1 team will continue to manage implementation and technology upgrades.
