Hamilton County · faq
Frequently asked
Common questions about how OpenCity covers Hamilton County public meetings and civic data.
When does the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meet?
The Board generally meets twice a week: staff meetings on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. and regular legislative sessions with public comment on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., at the Todd B. Portune Center for County Government, 138 East Court Street, Cincinnati. Some night meetings are held in the community; check the Commissioners' calendar.
Where can I watch Hamilton County commissioner meetings?
Meetings stream live and are archived on the Hamilton County YouTube channel and Facebook Live, and air on Spectrum channel 4 and Cincinnati Bell channel 834. OpenOhio publishes searchable transcripts for each meeting.
How can I speak at a Commissioners meeting?
Public comment is taken at Thursday regular sessions. Fill out a speaker request card with the Clerk of the Board before the meeting in person, join by Zoom and use raise hand, or submit comments through the county's electronic public hearing form two hours before the meeting.
Who are the Hamilton County Commissioners?
The three-member Board is Stephanie Summerow Dumas (President), Alicia Reece (Vice President) and Denise Driehaus.