The proposed bill establishes a Blue Ribbon Committee in each county in Ohio, tasked with reviewing and assessing all taxing units and county programs or departments. The goal of the committee is to identify duplication of services and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of county operations. The committee will consist of various local officials, including members of the board of county commissioners, the county auditor, mayors of municipalities that levy income tax, township trustees, and superintendents of school districts within the county.
The bill outlines the responsibilities of the Blue Ribbon Committee, which include evaluating the potential for consolidating operations among taxing districts and public services, such as water and health services. Members of the committee will not receive compensation for their service but may be reimbursed for necessary expenses. The committee is required to prepare a report with recommendations for improving efficiency within one year of the bill's enactment, which will be published online and submitted to the General Assembly.