✔️ HB76
Allow increase in membership of boards of township trustees
Summary
The bill allows the electors of certain townships in Ohio with a population of twenty thousand or more to increase the membership of their boards of township trustees from three to five members through a petition process. It also provides a mechanism for decreasing the membership back to three members if desired, contingent on a majority vote by the electors. The bill outlines the election process and voting requirements for both increasing and decreasing the board size.
Rationale
The bill expands local governance by allowing township electors to decide on board size, which aligns with the LPO's emphasis on local control and limited government. However, it introduces additional government structure, which may conflict with LP principles of minimizing government intervention.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential for increased bureaucracy
- Risk of local government overreach
- Possibility of voter confusion regarding board size changes