Ep. 72 - Orange TIFs, Ohio Politics & The Cost of Doing Nothing

This is another great episode where Shana and Matt talk about:• The controversial TIF proposal in Orange Village and why they believe the plan could divert tax revenue that voters intended for schools and other public services.• The growing criticism of Orange City Council, including questions about whether council members are doing enough to challenge the mayor and scrutinize major decisions.• The development of new housing in Orange and whether the community really needs more expensive residential units competing with nearby cities.• The decline of youth sports and recreation programs in local communities, and why access to fields, facilities and organized sports matters for families.• The debate over Ohio politics, including the upcoming governor's race, candidates' positions on voting laws and transgender athletes, and what makes someone qualified to lead the state.• The importance of political candidates being willing to communicate, debate and listen to the people they represent instead of simply relying on party politics.• The influence of wealthy business leaders and billionaires in American politics, along with a larger conversation about Donald Trump, political polarization and whether either major party is actually getting it right.• Why local government matters so much and why voters should pay attention to their city councils, mayors and local decisions instead of only focusing on national politics.Subscribe for more episodes like this one!

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