P O I N T - Property Owners Improving Neighborhoods Together

10/10/2023

When citizens speak .... their collective voices are heard. The article below is an concise and accurate summation about the public outcry of the burning of lithium batteries that has occurred in Piqua over the last month. , , , , ,

A Battery Burning Site on Public Land is Exposed as a Hazard to Community Health

10/07/2023

The latest article from William Lutz examines issues experienced by communities who operate under a charter form of government. All citizens of should comprehensively understand the negative consequences that befalls the local government when led by unelected bureaucrats.

In some circumstances, it can lead to a lack of democratic legitimacy, create the potential for bureaucratic inefficiency, limited accountability, and challenges to democratic principles can lead to several negative outcomes, including reduced citizen engagement, diminished responsiveness, and a threat to the core principles of democracy itself. , , , , , , ,

Why governments are led by unelected bureaucrats, these institutions often fail their consitituents

09/09/2023

The most recent update on the Piqua City Ordinance to regulate rental property registrations, has resulted in the passage of this significant city initiative. The ordinance passed by a vote of 3-2 on September 5 had several changes from what was initially introduced earlier.

Specifically, (1) property owners were relieved of the obligation to notify the city when tenants changed, (2) an appeals process was incorporated, entrusting the Board of Zoning Appeals with the responsibility of adjudicating disagreements between Code Officials and property owners, and (3) a provision was added stipulating that if a landlord applies for a rental property license and no code violations are reported, the property is presumed to be compliant with the city's property maintenance code.

Read more about the twists and turns of the process in the latest article by William Lutz who outlines why community participation is important and why citizens deserve the right to be heard by those elected to represent their interests. , , ,

The Piqua City Commission approves a contentious ordinance by a 3-2 vote.

07/30/2023

What Are Community Improvement Corporations?

Recently, there have been many questions about the existence of the PIC (Piqua Improvement Corporation), why it exists, and its purpose. William Lutz recently wrote the attached article outlining these entities, how they operate and what they do. Read on and become informed! , , , ,

Over 300 of these entities exist in Ohio -- What are they and what do they do?

07/30/2023

During the last Piqua Council Meeting held on July 18th, questions were asked about the sale of the former Bennett Junior High property. There were several denials of information and knowledge about the development. The discussion begins at 1:06:42. Listen as the executive leadership pleads ignorance. , , , , , , , ,

July 18, 2023 Regular City Commission Meeting

07/30/2023

ASK QUESTIONS - DEMAND ANSWERS!

At the last Piqua Council Meeting held on July 18th, a discussion ensued regarding the sale of the former Bennett Junior High School to a Dayton developer. Questions were asked -- answers were not forthcoming. In fact, the City Attorney and City Manager denied knowledge of the sale of the property for $1 and claimed that citizens should not believe everything they read. , , , , ,

PIQUA — The city is working with a Dayton-based developer on the reuse of the vacant former Bennett Junior High School property on South Main Street to include eight single-family houses.

07/30/2023

Please note the normal Piqua City Council Meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, August 2nd. The location has also been moved to the Fort Piqua Plaza Banquet Center - 4th Floor.

Among other items on the agenda will be further discussion of Ordinance No 0-6-23 which is to adopt new rental housing regulations. This is the 3rd reading!

If you are a property owner in Piqua it is vitally important that you attend this meeting. Stand up and make your voice heard on this issue that is being pushed through. This is your chance to "SPEAK NOW", or live to regret your SILENCE later. , , , , , , , ,

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07/14/2023

As Benjamin Franklin once said, "it is the first responsibility of every citizen to question authority.” This page was created for the respectful discourse for questions to be asked and answered through intelligent conversations. , ,

07/13/2023

Recently, William Lutz shared this compelling article. It's informative and insightful, especially considering the reforms that the Piqua City Council are considering placing on landlords. Citizens should be aware and understand the issues that the changes could bring.

A new licensing program is offered to ensure quality housing, but at what cost?