Why vote yes for Issue 4?
Help us recruit and retain more staff by remaining competitive with surrounding communities. Help us with the vital equipment needed for their jobs. Do you part in supporting our respected Sugarcreek Township Fire Department that values respect, teamwork, accountability, and involvement.
What about the Cornerstone Project?
The Cornerstone Development was financed through the creation of a Tax Incremental Financing District (TIF). For this, the city of Centerville gets 0.46 cents on every dollar of Cornerstone property tax collected. This revenue funds installing and maintaining the infrastructure for Cornerstone rather than going to the cities’ general operating expenses. Sugarcreek Fire gets 0.54 cents of every dollar of Cornerstone property taxes to be used for capital expenses. This revenue cannot be used for operating expenses such as labor costs or utilities.
Why is the operating budget periodically higher than revenue as shown in the graphic?
The department has been as fiscally responsible as possible, but with operating costs excelling since the COVID-19 Pandemic, and the demand for services increasing each year, to continue to offer the same level of services, the department needs your help!
What about the plans for a Fire District with Bellbrook?
Yes, there is potential for Sugarcreek Township and the City of Bellbrook to form a Fire District. The study is cautiously underway. Depending on the results of the study, the plan may or may not move forward. If approved, the creation of a fire district will take time—a minimum of 4 years or more. Should a fire district become a reality, funding from this levy can be rolled back. In the meantime, for the reasons already stated, the fire department absolutely needs your support now, to maintain the safety of the Sugarcreek Township community!
How can you help now?
Citizens for Sugarcreek Fire must pay to promote the Issue 4 Levy. You can help us by donating. Please Donate Now!