Lucas County Children Services running out of money, adding levy to November ballot

TOLEDO, Ohio — Lucas County voters in November will see a 1.5-mill levy on the ballot for Lucas County Children Services.

LCCS Executive Director Randy Muth said the agency is in dire need of money, so if this new levy doesn't pass, there will be financial cuts. Since the agency is predicted to be operating in the red by the end of 2025, Muth said it's necessary to ask taxpayers to help in the short term.

"While this is no doubt an extraordinary investment, it's a lot of upfront money. It will pay off in the long run," Muth said.

He explained how children, through no fault of their own, are taken into the system. While some don't come from abusive situations, there are others who need to be rescued and receive special care. A new federal law, the Family First Prevention Services Act, has changed child placement rules and specific requirements for those special children.



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