At its Nov. 19 meeting, Oxford City Council reviewed proposals for cutting the amount of convention tax funds from 100% to 50% given to “Enjoy Oxford.”
Investments in public events and placemaking were highlighted as drivers of community pride, tourism and local business growth, as well as drawing in visitors to Oxford in hopes of bringing in permanent residents.
Concerns were raised about the city’s need for renewable energy projects, particularly in light of Miami University’s new $5 million solar field and park, which is funded largely by two alumni. The discussion on the recent property tax levy acknowledged funding issues and cooperation needs with Miami.
In this discussion, it was noted that the Issue 2 EMS/fire tax levy overwhelmingly passed representing public support for greater funding.
In reference to levy trends, community member Ann Fuehrer said, “I would have hoped to have been asked to vote on a property tax levy without the pressure of a crisis, but maybe that's the only way a property tax levy could have been supported.”
Council decided to raise the initial parking fee from $10 to $15 and increase the payment time from seven to 15 days. The fee has been unchanged for nearly 50 years, and this change represents an effort to match rising parking meter fees. Councilor David Prytherch and Police Chief John Jones emphasized that these fees rise with repeated violations. Repeated violations could also get one’s car booted or impounded.
“So it's best to take care of these on the front end, and if you feel that the ticket is unjust, we have an appeals process,” Jones said, “and you can always take it to court. So don’t let it build up and get your car impounded.”
City Council's next meeting is set for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at the Oxford Courthouse.
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