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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hamilton County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Hillcrest wellness campus lease with Talbert House
Talbert House will run the wellness campus at the old Hillcrest Training School for $1 a year, but Reece flagged that the county stays on the hook for security, maintenance and first-year capital — a five-year lease signed before future capital costs are settled.
Police Misconduct Trial
Special prosecutors are stepping in to handle the trial of a local police officer accused of beating a handcuffed man. This high-profile case is set to be a major test of police accountability in the area.
513Relief Bus Services and Metrics
Commissioner Reece raised concerns about tracking and measuring the impact of the 513Relief Bus mobile outreach program, urging staff to better quantify services provided to seniors and residents.
Public Defender Funding and State Obligations
Commissioners discussed state funding shortfalls for the public defender's office, noting that the state still does not fully fund the mandated services provided locally.