Children's Protective Services Levy and Funding Crisis
Clermont County
Summary
The county approved supplemental funds to help the prosecutor's office hire an experienced attorney dedicated to prosecuting child sex abuse crimes, addressing a surge in cases.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
Allocated $115,000 in supplemental general fund appropriations ($91,500 salary, $28,500 fringe benefits).
Clermont County children and families, by speeding up prosecution of child abuse cases.
County taxpayers facing potential levy increases and other county programs that could face budget cuts if general fund subsidies are required.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of County Commissioners — June 17, 2026
Job and Family Services officials updated the board on the mounting financial pressures facing Children's Protective Services, where soaring out-of-home placement costs are projected to deplete cash reserves by mid-2027 even with a levy renewal.
Board of County Commissioners — March 25, 2026
The county approved supplemental funds to help the prosecutor's office hire an experienced attorney dedicated to prosecuting child sex abuse crimes, addressing a surge in cases.
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