Council passes budget mayor says provides 'strong financial footing'
For the first time in a few years, ARPA money was not needed to fill a budget deficit, thanks to revenue from property and income taxes coming in higher than expected.
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For the first time in a few years, ARPA money was not needed to fill a budget deficit, thanks to revenue from property and income taxes coming in higher than expected.
By a 6 to 3 vote, council members passed a plan on Wednesday that makes significant changes to Cincinnati's zoning codes.
The plan is aimed at increasing housing supply near business districts in neighborhoods and along major bus routes. Tuesday's vote is the second of three votes needed.
The controversial Connected Communities plan won approval from a City Council committee Tuesday. The same councilmembers will take a final vote Wednesday.
The Cincinnati city budget is up 8%. See what's in it and hurry: It's set to pass it 19 days.