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    WYSO
    January 3, 2026 (about 2 months ago)

    Miami County public invited to tour jail, as leaders seek support for sales tax for new facility

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    Miami County, Ohio, is proposing a 0.5% sales tax increase to fund a new maximum‑security jail, with the measure slated for the May 2026 ballot. Commissioners are holding public tours of the aging facility from January to April 2026 to build support for the tax and highlight the need for modern infrastructure.

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    Key Facts

    • •From May 2026 ballot: Miami County proposes a 0.5% sales tax increase, expected to raise ~$10 million per year, to fund a new jail estimated at >$100 million.
    • •The increase would be added to the existing 7% county sales tax (1.25% county, 5.75% state) and is intended to last at least 10 years, potentially ending early if the bond is paid off.
    • •Tours of the current jail are scheduled for January–April 2026 to showcase structural deficiencies and garner voter support for the tax.
    • •The new jail would feature 200 beds, modern medical and mental‑health facilities, and integrated sheriff’s office and emergency services.
    • •Commissioners plan to use the tax revenue exclusively for construction costs, with additional state grants and bond financing considered.
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