The council inspects properties eligible for tax exemptions through the Ohio Community Reinvestment Area Program and hears appeals related to the program.

Governing Law: The community reinvestment area housing council is operated in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3735.69.

Appointment:

  • Two members appointed by the Mayor, serving three-year terms;
  • Two members appointed by City Council, serving three-year terms; 
  • One member appointed by the Planning Commission, serving a three-year term; 
  • Two members are appointed by the other five members, and shall be residents of the City

Residency: See above.

Meeting Schedule: The Council meets annually to review the properties within the community reinvestment area for which an exemption has been granted. The Council also meets as-needed to hear appeals.

Agendas: Available here.

Board Interest Form: Available here.

Members

Name:

Appointed by:

Initial Appointment:

Current Term Expires:

Jordan Romberger, Chair

Mayor

January 1, 2013

December 31, 2026

Michael D. Twiss, Vice Chair

Mayor

March 9, 2016

December 31, 2026

Vacant

Council

 

December 31, 2027

Donna Deaville

Council

February 3, 2025

December 31, 2027

Don Pence

CRA Council

January 1, 2011

December 31, 2025

John Deeds                                        

CRA Council

January 1, 2021

December 31, 2025

Sandra Erlich

Planning Commission

October 1, 2019

December 31, 2027