Part 1 Questions:

Q1:  Tell us what is on the May 4^th ballot for the City of Xenia. (How much is the income tax levy; how much will it generate; how much will it cost residents?)

Q2: More specifically, what will this levy – called Issue 7 – pay for?

Q3: When was the last time the City made a request for new funds and when was the last time there was an approved voted increase?

Q4: Economic times remain difficult for Xenia residents. Why an earned income tax now?

Q5:  Since it is an earned income tax, that means that only taxable earnings are taxed.  So then, what does this mean for senior citizens and others who do not earn income?  Q6:  If approved, when would collection begin? Q7:  What has the City done to tighten its belt?

Part 2 Questions:

Q8:  Last fall the City eliminated the recreation department; will the recreation department be restored if the levy passes?

Q9:  Let’s talk about what happens if this levy does not pass.  Since the funds would be used for police, fire, and roads, what happens if it fails? Tell us about that.

Q10:  Chief (police and fire) can you talk about your ability to currently provide services and how services will be affected if the levy fails?

Q11:  Obviously, nobody likes to pay higher taxes.  How does Xenia rank in terms of affordability compared to other local governments in Greene and Montgomery County?

Part 3 Questions:

Q12:  Obviously, higher taxes cannot be the sole answer.  What other steps is the City taking to enhance the City’s future?

Q13:  How do Xenia employee wages and benefits compare to other comparable cities wages and benefits?

Q14:  The City has received some awards for operations and even from the State Auditor’s Office.  Tell us about those.

Part 4 Questions:

Q15:  Tell us why this levy is important to Xenia.

Q16:  So, if I am a voter and need more information, may I call you or the City?

Q17:  Final remarks.