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Sunday, March 21, 2010
County tax collection down
Press release from Butler County Treasurer Nancy Nix:
Butler County Treasurer Nancy Nix, CPA, has certified the first half 2009 real estate tax collection to the Butler County Auditor. The total amount certified is $212,460,761.28. This represents $390,355.43 less than the same period last year.
Treasurer Nix comments, “the reduced amount represents many factors including an increase in unpaid prior delinquency and unpaid first half 2009 taxes, as well as the general decline in property values”.
“Our office understands all too well what our citizens are going through during these harsh economic times; yet, it is my statutory responsibility to collect taxes. We do have programs that can help; and I urge Butler County taxpayers to contact our office for information on our past due payment plan and our escrow payment plan. These plans are designed to assist property owners to help ease the burden of their tax obligation. Our program managers work carefully with individuals to negotiate helpful payment plans. Please do not hesitate to call 513-887-3181 or visit our web site www.butlercountytreasurer.org.”
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Ohio House supports telecom reform bill
Press release from state Rep. Courtney Combs, R-Hamilton:
State Representative Combs (R-Hamilton) today announced the passage of House Bill 276 from the Ohio House of Representatives. This legislation revises the state policy regarding telecommunications service and repeals current law governing alternative regulation of telephone companies.
House Bill 276 will create a more favorable environment for competition in telecommunications, while retaining consumer safeguards and lead toward competitive pricing. It will establish uniform regulations for telecommunication services and permit the industry to invest in Ohio’s infrastructure and technology, instead of overly burdensome regulatory compliance.
“Today marks the first step in modernizing Ohio’s antiquated telecommunications laws,” said Combs. “This bill will be a much needed catalyst to help bring jobs and economic development to Ohio.”
Since 2001, traditional landline telephone companies have lost 3 million customers due to increased competition from rapidly advancing technologies, including wireless and digital telephone service. More than 20 states have adopted telecom reform laws, which will spur investment in new technologies and create vital jobs.
House Bill 276 is supported by the Ohio Chamber, National Federation of Independent Business, Ohio Telecommunications Association, AT&T, and Institute for Policy Innovation. Rep. Combs is a sitting member of the House Public Utilities Committee.
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