Levy seeks to raise funds for children's care in Lucas County

TOLEDO, Ohio — As voting season is underway in Lucas County, Issue 30 has emerged as a topic of discussion among county residents. This proposed levy aims to raise $12.2 million annually to support Lucas County Children Services in its mission to care for the community’s most vulnerable children.

If approved, homeowners would see an increase in their property taxes, with the funds primarily directed toward offsetting what LCCS says are the rising costs of child welfare services.

Issue 30 is a new money levy. The cost to taxpayers in Lucas County would be $52.50 per $100,000 dollars in home value, and if you own a $300,000 home you'd be paying roughly $157.50 per year, according to Lucas County Children Services.

Kevin Milliken is a public information officer with Lucas County Children Services.


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