Developmental Disabilities Levy and Financial Needs
Mahoning County
Summary
The county highlighted Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, noting that local programs serve nearly 2,000 individuals and support around 1,000 jobs with a $100 million economic impact. Commissioners praised the personal success of community members and emphasized the vital importance of continued state and federal funding.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
Generates approximately $100 million in services and supports nearly 1,000 local jobs.
Individuals with developmental disabilities, their families, and local social service employees.
Property owners facing increased local tax burdens.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Board of County Commissioners (Regular) - Oct 1, 2026
The county board of developmental disabilities is asking voters to approve a 2.4-mill, five-year levy this fall to cover rising Medicaid match costs. Officials noted that an older levy will be allowed to expire, making the net annual cost to a $100,000 homeowner just $57.20.
Second-half property taxes distributed in Mahoning County
Second-half property taxes distributed in Mahoning County WKBN.com
Board of County Commissioners (Regular) - Jul 16, 2026
The board approved placing an additional 2.4-mill property tax levy for the Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities on the ballot to maintain agency services and staffing levels.
Board of County Commissioners (Regular) - Jun 25, 2026
The Developmental Disabilities Board is seeking a new property tax levy to cover a growing budget deficit caused by a 38% increase in state Medicaid waiver matching rates. Without new revenue, officials warn the agency will face severe financial distress and potential service cuts by 2028.
Board of County Commissioners (Regular) - Mar 12, 2026
The county highlighted Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, noting that local programs serve nearly 2,000 individuals and support around 1,000 jobs with a $100 million economic impact. Commissioners praised the personal success of community members and emphasized the vital importance of continued state and federal funding.
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