The council inspects properties eligible for tax exemptions through the Ohio Community Reinvestment Area Program and hears appeals related to the program.
Governing Law: The community reinvestment area housing council is operated in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3735.69.
Appointment:
- Too members appointed by the Mayor, serving three-year terms;
- Two members appointed by City Council, serving three-year terms;
- One member appointed by the Planning Commission, serving a three-year term;
- Two members appointed by the other five members. serving three-year terms
Residency: N/A.
Meeting Schedule: The Council meets annually to review the properties within the community reinvestment area for which an exemption has been granted. The Council also meets as-needed to hear appeals.
Agendas and Meeting Minutes: Available here.
Volunteer Application: Available here.
Members
Name: | Appointed by: | Initial Appointment: | Current Term Expires: |
Jordan Romberger | Mayor | January 1, 2013 | December 31, 2023 |
Michael D. Twiss | Mayor | March 9, 2016 | December 31, 2023 |
Mark A. Douglas | Council | January 1, 2010 | December 31, 2024 |
Larry Smith | Council | January 1, 2010 | December 31, 2024 |
Don Pence | Housing Council | January 1, 2011 | December 31, 2022 |
John Deeds | Housing Council | January 1, 2021 | December 31, 2022 |
Sandy Ehrlich | Planning Commission | October 1, 2019 | December 31, 2024 |