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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Clermont County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Flock surveillance cameras removal petition
A Clermont County resident brought a petition to council demanding removal of Flock license-plate-reading cameras, turning a local meeting into a privacy-versus-public-safety debate. If you care about being tracked as you drive around town—or about how police catch criminals—this is one to watch.
Village Dissolution Ballot Measure
A Clermont County village will ask voters whether to dissolve and fold into the surrounding township. If it passes, the township would take over local services, so the big question is whether that means lower costs or fewer services. It’s a local government shake-up worth watching if you live there.
Second Amendment Sanctuary
Clermont County has declared itself a Second Amendment sanctuary, a symbolic move meant to push back against possible state or federal gun control laws. It doesn’t change current law by itself, but it signals where county officials stand in the gun-rights debate.