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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Warren County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Mason emergency services MOU and public defender reimbursement
Commissioner Grossmann questioned why each county judge has a personal magistrate instead of a shared pool, calling it an inefficient double-judge setup the county pays for. The prosecutor's office agreed to provide a written legal opinion on whether the board can push back.
Custodial accounts for foster children's Social Security benefits
New state law stops counties from using foster kids' Social Security money for placement costs — now it must be saved for the child. The county found Fifth Third Bank willing to open accounts using the agency's tax ID.
Sheriff's training range funded by CCW license fees
The Sheriff can now spend concealed-carry license fund money on shooting range panels for training. The fund is fed by license fees, not general tax dollars.