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2027 PDC operational budget

Council set next year's revenue baseline at $37.2 million, up about 2.7%, including roughly $650,000 in new income tax from Ohio State's facility — the first step in the 2027 budget process.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

MediumTaxes Budget

IT Systems Coordinator Position

Staff proposed a new in-house IT coordinator (roughly $75,000–$80,000 salary) to handle day-to-day tech help, funded partly by ending a $72,000 contractor arrangement. Committee members debated whether the city should instead hire a more senior, higher-paid tech leader — the Chair ultimately endorsed the hire and told staff he'd support overspending for a stronger candidate.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 13, 2026