This virtual forum is to provide information on candidates in opposed races for the May 6 Republican Primary.
Format:
- Each candidate was given two (2) minutes to introduce themselves. (opening)
- Each candidate was given the same six (6) questions with one (1) minute to answer each question.
- Each candidate was given two (2) minutes to provide a closing statement.
Information for uncontested races and issues is provided below.
Candidates for At Large Council Positions (elect 3)
Candidates are listed in Alphabetical Order by Last Name
Candidates for Third Ward (elect 1)
Candidates are listed in Alphabetical Order by Last Name
Candidates for Sixth Ward (elect 1)
Candidates are listed in Alphabetical Order by Last Name
Issues & Uncontested Races:
Issues
Issue 2 - Statewide Issue
Proposed Constitutional Amendment
To Fund Public Infrastruction Capital Improvements By Permiting The Issuance of General Obligation Bonds
Read the complete ballot language here.
Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal)
Troy City School District
A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Troy City School District for the purpose of current expenses that the county auditor estimates will collect $3,679,000 annually, at a rate not exceeding 5.9 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $100 for each $100,000 of the county auditor's appraised value, for 5 years, commending in 2025, first due in calendar year 2026.
Proposed Tax Levy (Additional)
An additional tax for the benefit of Troy-Miami County Public Library for the purpose of current expenses that the county auditor estimates will collect $1,696,000 annually, at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $35 for each $100,000 of county auditor's appraised value, for 5 years, commending in 2025, first due in calendar year 2026.
Uncontested Races on the ballot:
Republican Primary
Troy City Council President - William Rozell
Troy City Treasurer - Bill Whidden
Troy City Council
- 1st Ward - Jeffrey Whidden
- 2nd Ward - Kristy Marshall
- 4th Ward - Bobby Phillips
- 5th Ward - William C Twiss
For complete election information, including sample ballots, please go to the Miami County Board of Elections.