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PAGE 8- SOUTHWEST MESSENGER - July 26, 2020 By Dedra Cordle Staff Writer Jackson Township trustees review more options for fire levy While a determination has yet to be made regarding the placement of a fire levy on the November ballot, the Jackson Township board of trustees are now mulling a new option. At the July 21 meeting and by a 2-1 vote, the board approved a resolution of necessity that would allow the county auditors to certify current total tax valuations and dollar amounts that would be generated by a new 4-mill fire levy that would expire in five years. The millage and temporary levy was proposed by trustee Jim Rauck who said he wanted to offer the township voters a different method to fund the fire department. He added that several fire departments that are roughly the same size have placed temporary measures on the ballot. Trustee Dave Burris, who voted against the resolution, said it rarely stays as a temporary measure. “Most townships don’t drop it off after five years,” he said. This latest exploration of funding for the fire department comes on the heels of two additional resolutions that have been passed within the last month. In late June, the board approved a resolution allowing the auditor’s office to certify total current tax valuations and dollar amounts generated by a 7-mill renewal levy, and on July 7 the board approved a resolution allowing the auditor’s office to certify total current tax valuations and dollar amounts generated by a 7-mill replacement levy. Fiscal officer Ron Grossman said it is not uncommon for trustees to send in multiple resolutions related to old mills and new mills to explore estimated revenue. “They can send in as many requests as they want,” he said. “They usually do it all at once, but they can do it as many times as they want before the deadline (to place a measure on the ballot).” Grossman said the auditor’s office told them that more than $8 million would be www.columbusmessenger.com generated annually should the trustees place the 7-mill replacement levy on the ballot. He added that it would raise taxes as it brings property tax evaluations to current levels. He said the township is currently collecting 2.6 mills of that 7-mill permanent levy that was approved by voters in 1985. The township is also collecting on five additional levies, all collected at different effective millage rates. Burris said that one reason he voted against the motion, as well as the one approved on July 7, is because he feels the department has enough funds to get through a 18-24 month period. Trustee Ron McClure said they are just presenting the options to the voters and that they would determine the outcome. PAID ADVERTISING Make the right Medicare choices Medicare enrollments are still happening, do not let COVID-19 stop you from making the right Medicare choices. If you are new to Medicare or losing your employer coverage and eligible for Medicare – I can provide personal detailed information with safe options. I reside in Franklin County, and a member of the Grove City Chamber of Commerce – not an operator in a call center. My name is Terri Curcio, my direct phone is 614-460-0601. If I miss your call, please leave a message. I work with the major carriers in Central Ohio, not just one or two select plans. I have over 20 years’ experience, and believe it is best if we are reviewing the plan documents together. After getting your permission, I can mail to your residence a complete enrollment kit for your review. And, working with the major carriers, you will find a plan that fits your needs and lifestyle. Some of the plan options may include dental, vision, and fitness programs as well as hearing coverage. $0 cost for my consultation and enrollment services. You need to be confident in the plan you select for you coverage!
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