Just got an email from my kid's school about some additional dates that have been added for the community to learn about Issue 39 if they desire. The dates are:

October 9 - 9 am, at Ajwa Coffee and Ice-cream 4311 Cosgray Road, Hilliard

October 9 – 6:30 pm at Davidson High School

October 11 - 10 am at Coffee Connections 4004 Main St, Hilliard

October 16 – 6:30 pm at Brown Elementary

October 17 – 8 pm at Crooked Can 5354 Center St, Hilliard

October 23 – 6:30 pm at Ridgewood Elementary

My wife and I regularly attend the PTO meetings at our kid's school and learned a good deal about the levy and why they're asking for the increases. I was already planning to vote for the levy, but hearing the details and seeing how the numbers work made me more sure that this isn't the district just trying to get more money. There's a real plan for things like improving the flow of students through the district by adding a third 6th grade building, and how the operating costs work.

Definitely worth your time if you have questions or concerns. Both folks running things were very open and didn't shy away from any questions that were asked.

You can now view the potential increase in your property taxes should Issue #46 and/or Issue #39 pass.

https://audr-apps.franklincountyohio.gov/levyestimator

Enter your address or parcel number in the box on the right to view the proposed numbers and issue summaries.

Any insight as to what it's like living in Highland Meadows Condos? Is it a younger, rowdier crowd or older & quieter? Any crime issues, besides porch pirates? It looks very nice but just seeking input from the community. TIA!

I just attended a levy meeting where they really focused on misconceptions people have. I wanted to see if anyone had any genuine questions regarding the levy and I would do my best to answer them! I am not associated with the school board or an employee of the school, simply a parent who wants to get accurate information out there!

I am a Hilliard resident since 2021 and a republican leaning moderate (also new to reddit but finding good info here so wanted to share some as well). I support LGBTQ people and don't want the government involved in how or when I have kids (my wife and I used IVF and also experienced a miscarriage where a D&C was needed). I also support public schools and don't like my taxpayer dollars being sent to pay for private schools (you all do realize this is why we have to pass levies right?) I was researching the candidates on my ballot for the upcoming election. I didn't live in Kunze's district during a past election so I didn't know much about her. I asked a few friends and they said she is a nice lady and a moderate republican. Ok, sounds good... But I like to look up the voting records of any candidates who have held office in the past. Kunze is giving some pretty strong MAGA vibes in her votes the last couple years.

She voted for the hateful SB68 bill that targets LGBTQ kids in schools, sports, and their healthcare. I don't care what your thoughts are on what being transgender is or about gender in general -- this is not our business. It should be between the kid, the parents, and their pediatrician or family doctor. And how anyone could support a bill that targets a group of kids at a higher risk for suicide than any other group is beyond me.

Kunze voted for permitless carry. I am a gun owner and consider myself a responsible one. Permit-less carry is so dangerous and irresponsible. I support common sense gun safety regulations and believe safe storage is important (guns are the leading cause of death for kids because we don't ensure they are stored safely). The FOP and our local police departments are against those types of gun bills. There were a few other gun bills where she also voted in line with the NRA, not responsible gun owners or the FOP, so this doesn't seem like a one-off vote either.

Kunze was against last year's issue 1 amendment to protect reproductive choice and voted for the wasteful August special election, so she clearly is not supportive of women having control over their own bodies and keeping the government out of our reproductive and family planning decisions. Also seems inclined to ignore the will of the voters since the August 1 special was just a power grab meant to take rights away from voters (even the libertarians hated it).

But I think one of the most egregious things Kunze supported was the expansion of Ed Choice vouchers. I'm all for parents having options for their kids. I'm all for kids going to Catholic or Christian schools (I am a Christian myself) or whatever private school they want. But I draw the line at taxpayer dollars subsidizing the private education of kids -- most of whom were already attending private schools -- to the tune of $1 billion dollars so far this year alone and at the expense of the public schools that money was meant for. Republicans should HATE this! In Hilliard there is a levy on the ballot to make sure we don't lose needed improvements and services for our schools. But our community doesn't want to pay more property taxes and I've heard many from both parties say they won't vote for the levy despite how important it is for our kids and schools. They don't understand that we need the levy to fund the schools because the vouchers have siphoned away a huge amount of funding that should be going to our public schools. If you don't like levies or property tax increases, you should be against school vouchers. Strong public schools build strong communities and we all benefit -- we know this! Good schools attract young families and homebuyers, which increase our property values. But sending our tax dollars to private schools with no income cap, no limit on how much we drain away, and no oversight on how that money is spent is unconstitutional. And Kunze voted for and approved it. So disappointing. We the people don't want to spend more money on property taxes so people who choose to sent their child to private school don't have to pay for it.

My conclusion? Kunze is a MAGA R, not a moderate R. Anyone who would vote for Trump or Vance or Moreno in the year 2024 is not a moderate, but I know there are many of us republicans out here who still want fiscally conservative and responsible small government that minds their own business. MAGA is the opposite and I would rather vote for a reasonable Democrat than an extreme MAGA republican. You can say you are a moderate or centrist all you want, but legislative voting records tell the real story. And Kunze's record paints her as a Matt Huffman puppet. Hard no for this republican.

These are the proposed cuts that will have to be made if the levy fails. This includes the Arrow program for elementary aged gifted students. Transportation cuts are also planned. Please consider how this will adversely affect Hilliard students and vote yes on Issue 39.

I just noticed the spray truck drive down Alton Darby Creek, something I've never seen before. Are they addressing an abundance of mosquitos and taking action?

I haven't been able to be outside past 6:30 pretty much all summer, and some have speculated that the mild winter contributed to an increase in the population.

Just wonder if they are spraying more in more locations because of an anomaly.

I’ve seen some old posts taking about the racing that is clearly happening on the exits of 270. Sounds like between Sawmill to Cemetery, going south. Almost every night now, including weekdays. 11am-2 am. Super predictable, are Hilliard/ Dublin police still on this?

I’m having a garage sale this Saturday and Sunday at my house in Hilliard! There will be many items including women’s, men’s, and children’s clothes, shoes, home decorations, furniture, kids toys, comic books, jewelry, and art! Name brands including Abercrombie, Hollister, J Crew, H&M, Express, Banana Republic, and more. Great for back to school shopping!! Please stop by - Drivemere road in the Luxair neighborhood in Hilliard. Follow the signs!

Saturday 9/21 and 9/22

10am - 2pm

Looking for reputable eye doc who is accepting new patients in the Hilliard area. Thank you!

Maybe I'm looking back on my ancient 8th Grade experiences with some sort of cognitive dissonance, but what in the fresh hell is going on these days? 19 assignments?

Nine. Teen.

Most of these things are weighted/point-valued, too. We seriously just got caught up. But I'm concerned that if a kid can't legit be sick for 2 days without returning to nearly two dozen homework assignments, I'm starting to wonder what's actually being taught in school. Is more being taught than ever before? Did he simply miss the worst possible period of time to miss class? Is this part of the "We don't trust teachers to teach" curriculum that Hilliard purchased? Is this just the rambling of a 47-year-old father wondering where the fuck his weekend went? Probably the latter.

I'm in Hilliard but a little more rural. Just wondered what neighborhoods were consistent with handing out candy. I don't want to let my little guy down driving around all night. TIA!

Where is a good place to get a prenatal massage?? I am having so much lower back pain and I need to do something to survive the rest of this pregnancy. Willing to travel is there are places nearby that are also good.

Hi everyone, I just moved to the Hilliard Area a few weeks ago and will (hopefully) be getting a new best friend by the end of the week in the form of a 4 month old puppy!

Can anyone recommend a decent vet clinic in the Hilliard area that isn't incredibly expensive? I've done some research and found many with great reviews of the service, but that prices in the area are normally well above average.

Thank you!

Hi! I'm a current student at the OSU CoD! I've noticed some local posts speculating about low cost dentistry/the Ohio State University College of Dentistry Student Clinics!

If anyone is interested in learning more about becoming a new patient please message me!

I would love to let you know about the flow of our appointments, what insurance plans the school takes (Medicaid/Medicare, etc.) , general pricing estimates without insurance, etc. If you decide that the OSU CoD seems like a clinic you might be interested in, you can give the clinic a call through the CoD website or book with me, where I can provide you with a 50% friends/family discount on your treatment as well!

*Disclaimer: Our appointments do run longer than private practice at a maximum of 4 hours per appointment, due to our work being supervised by licensed faculty dentists*

Have anyone heard what seems to be car racing on Hilliard Rome?

Hi, I live in the Hilliard-Rome area. Is this area going downhill fast? Or am I just now opening my eyes to it?

In a similar vein, does anyone know the status of changing that area into Hilliard rather than columbus? I remember that being a thing in 2017(ish), but there's been no change

I am looking for a job I have a major in social media marketing, and have much much more experience like journalism, any places or ideas anything helps !

If you’re looking to buy or sell a home in Hilliard - check out www.theohiohomestore.com

A couple weeks ago I got a massage at Hand and Stone on Rome Hilliard Rd. When I went out to the parking lot, I had to dig for my keys and that’s when I think it fell out of my bag. It is not worth anything of monetary value to anyone, but it holds my beloved cats ashes and I have been sick at the thought of someone realizing they couldn’t get money from it and throwing a piece of her in the trash. I’m posting here with hope that someone sees this and they were the ones that found it. It would have been in the parking lot in front of Office Depot. The chain clasp is unique. Please, I’ll give you a very nice reward! This is what it looks like. Thanks in advance.

Development moves forward - for now. Are Townships equipped to manage the modern reality of complex and interconnected zoning requirements or are residents and developers both struggling unnecessarily?

https://hilliardbeacon.substack.com/p/technical-error-halts-brown-township?r=40lce

Does anyone know why westbound before Scioto Darby - Leap Rd. intersection has been so backed around 5 pm up the past month or so? I've lived here since January and have never seen it backed up like this prior to a few weeks ago. From what I can tell there aren't any closures nearby. (it is a terrible 4 way stop that needs a traffic light).

https://preview.redd.it/5kt0rrkq8wjd1.png?width=374&format=png&auto=webp&s=0c895151f24f1bf1c3281f353cc0ea568fa93306