The Portager

2 weeks ago | theportager.com | Ben Wolford

Portage County property owners were gobsmacked last year when they received their new property valuations. Many wondered where the money will go, and some are even calling for the total elimination of property taxes. But the issue is complex, and any changes would affect millions of dollars in funding for local services that Portage County residents depend on. As Ohio law now stands, county auditors must conduct property revaluations every three to six years.

1 month ago | theportager.com | Bethany Ulrick

Streetsboro City Council Regular and Committee MeetingsMonday, May 12, 2025 7 p.m.Streetsboro City Building Office555 Frost Rd.Streetsboro, OHAttendance: Council Members Marianne Glenn, Anthony Lombardo, Jen Wagner, Lisa McDaniel, Justin Ring, Steve Michniak, Jon HannanTricia Wain – Chief of PoliceRobert A.

1 month ago | theportager.com | Ben Wolford

Portage County voters delivered key wins for public infrastructure and school funding during Tuesday’s primary election, even as turnout remained low. Just 13% of the county’s registered voters cast ballots in the May 6 primary, according to unofficial results from the Portage County Board of Elections. In Kent, five Democrats competed for three at-large city council nominations.

Mar 21, 2025 | theportager.com | Bethany Ulrick

Shalersville Township Trustees Special and Regular MeetingMarch 18, 20255:30 p.m.Shalersville Town Hall9090 OH-44Ravenna, Ohio 44266Attendance: Chairman Ron Kotkowski, Vice-Chairman Frank Ruehr, Trustee Jack Bias, Fiscal Officer Kristine VanAukenAudio:SummaryThe trustees updated zoning regulation to require non-residential projects to have plans for emergency response and clean-up incidents. They are also required to provide the fire department a copy of the plans every year.

Mar 17, 2025 | theportager.com | Bethany Ulrick

Streetsboro City Schools Board of Education Regular Meeting March 13, 2025 5:45 p.m. Streetsboro High School Auditorium 8585 state Route 14 Streetsboro, OH 44241 Attendance: Superintendent Cynthia Deevers, Treasurer Brian Haines, Athletic Director Randy Tevepaugh, Chief Business Officer C.J. Scarcipino Board members: Kristin Bedford, Sara Scott, Tonia Epple, Tracy Campbell Summary: Several head coaches received awards and chose students from their respective teams to receive awards in honor...