Council Member· 2018-01-01 - 2026-01-05 (first elected Nov 2017 per Journal-News oath article; start is January 1, 2018, the first Monday in January per Hamilton Charter Section 3.02 text read; re-elected Nov 2021 per Journal-News; did not seek re-election in Nov 2025 per Dayton Daily News; term ended when the Nov 2025 winners took office on the first Monday of January 2026)
Michael Ryan
Hamilton
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Top issues during term (5)(Development)
infrastructure development
While a hefty price tag comes with building a brand-new facility, it's a major capital investment that will shape city spending for years.
urban development
Property values might jump, but expect your tax dollars and cost of living to shift as the area grows.
site redevelopment
Taxpayers could end up footing the bill for immediate cleanup, but smart redevelopment could eventually boost local property values.
redevelopment plan
It's a huge $29 million investment that's expected to seriously boost our local economy.
railroad quiet zone
Setting up the quiet zone might require some local funds for crossing upgrades, but your sleep will finally be priceless.
Decisions during term (0)
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No decisions found matching Development.