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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Dayton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
West Dayton Public Hospital Levy and Implementation
Voters approved a one-mill levy for a public hospital in West Dayton nearly a year ago, but the 11-member governing board still hasn't been appointed. Resident after resident demanded the Mayor begin appointments, while the levy certification resolution had to be pulled for lack of emergency votes.
Homelessness Outreach and Supportive Housing Programs
The HRC and the Miami Valley Fair Housing Center are hosting a free fair on October 10 at the Kroc Center focused on the path from renting to owning a home.
Downtown Safety and Neighborhood Investment Equity
The commission discussed an economic incentive agreement to retain a longtime downtown law firm and create new jobs, sparking debate over downtown vacancy strategies.
Structural Deficiencies and Vacation of 21-29 West First Street
City officials updated the commission on emergency enforcement actions taken at 21-29 West First Street due to severe structural deterioration, falling concrete, and parking garage hazards that required vacating tenants.