County Budget Adjustments and Facility Investments
Hamilton County
Summary
The county is moving forward with Phase 2 of the Regional Safety Complex by awarding a $22.79 million construction contract and approving an $11.27 million budget adjustment. This project will replace the outdated gun range in Evendale and provide a modern training facility for law enforcement, though total project costs have grown to $50.9 million due to inflation and regulatory delays.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Total project cost stands at $50.9 million, with county general and capital funds contributing $31.6 million.
Law enforcement agencies across the region and residents of communities near the old gun range, such as Lincoln Heights and Woodlawn.
Other county capital projects that may face delays due to reallocated general fund dollars.
Mentions & discussions (9)
Regular Meeting — October 22, 2026
Remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds totaling $147,688 were reallocated to support food assistance via the Freestore Foodbank and utility assistance through the Council on Aging.
Staff Meeting — October 6, 2026
County officials are staring down a $55 million budget gap for 2027, driven by rising operational costs, unfunded mandates, and shifting revenues. Administrators and commissioners discussed the need to evaluate department spending and look for creative financing solutions.
Regular Meeting — August 27, 2026
The county is moving forward with Phase 2 of the Regional Safety Complex by awarding a $22.79 million construction contract and approving an $11.27 million budget adjustment. This project will replace the outdated gun range in Evendale and provide a modern training facility for law enforcement, though total project costs have grown to $50.9 million due to inflation and regulatory delays.
Staff Meeting — July 14, 2026
County administrators presented Q2 budget updates, showing slightly positive revenue growth and controlled expenses, though ongoing obligations like JFS transfers continue to pressure the general fund.
Regular Meeting — May 21, 2026
The board approved more than $11.6 million across three contracts to overhaul aging, frequently broken elevators at county facilities including the courthouse, 800 Broadway, and 230 E. 9th Street.
Regular Meeting — May 14, 2026
The county is purchasing property at 3949 Colerain Avenue for $925,000 to improve animal shelter facilities and move away from leased spaces.
Staff Meeting — May 12, 2026
The county is distributing $2.15 million in grants to help local communities tackle blighted sites, improve infrastructure, and support commercial and housing developments. Projects include industrial site prep in Sycamore Township, business district parking in Silverton, land assembly in Woodlawn, gateway stabilization in Reading, and shared parking for mixed-use housing in Sharonville.
Regular Meeting — May 7, 2026
The county is moving several upcoming board meetings to the new Hamilton County Central Campus building, providing residents an opportunity to see the consolidated facility.
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