Xenia staff proposes 15% water‑rate increase and modest building‑permit fee hikes to fund infrastructure and COLA indexing City staff introduced ordinances to raise the base water rate 15% (effective March 1, 2026) to fund major underground work and to increase building permit/inspection fees about 6%, plus a proposal to adopt an annual COLA for building fees beginning FY2027; staff cited lead replacement mandates and King Street project costs (~$2.4M) as drivers.

Xenia City Council is considering a 15% water rate increase to fund critical infrastructure projects, including a $2.4 million overhaul of King Street.

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Mayor Urschel discusses community funding and infrastructure improvements at public meeting Mayor Urschel outlines community contributions and addresses infrastructure challenges in upcoming levy vote.

Mayor Urschel is calling for community action as Xenia faces critical infrastructure challenges and a pivotal levy vote that could reshape the city's future.

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Council considers property tax measure to fund street repairs generating $2.34M annually Council reviews ballot measure for property tax aimed at local street maintenance and repairs.

Xenia City Council is taking a bold step to revitalize our crumbling streets with a proposed property tax measure that could generate $2.34 million annually for essential repairs.

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