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Ballotpedia covered local ballot measures in Ohio on March 6, 2025.

In 2025, Ballotpedia covered local ballot measures that appeared on the ballot for voters within the 100 largest cities in the U.S., within state capitals, and throughout California and Virginia. You can review the coverage scope of the local ballot measures project here.

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Election dates

November 4

May 6

Franklin County

See also: Franklin County, Ohio ballot measures

• Columbus, Ohio, Issue 5, Departments of Health and Safety Infrastructure Bond Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported issuing $250 million in bonds for acquiring real estate, development of infrastructure, and the maintenance of health and safety facilities, and levying a tax at a rate of $27 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

A "no" vote opposed issuing $250 million in bonds for acquiring real estate, development of infrastructure, and the maintenance of health and safety facilities, and levying a tax at a rate of $27 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

• Columbus, Ohio, Issue 6, Department of Recreation and Parks Infrastructure Bond Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported issuing $250 million in bonds for acquiring real estate, development of infrastructure, and the maintenance of facilities for the Department of Recreation and Parks, and levying a tax at a rate of $27 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

A "no" vote opposed issuing $250 million in bonds for acquiring real estate, development of infrastructure, and the maintenance of facilities for the Department of Recreation and Parks, and levying a tax at a rate of $27 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

• Columbus, Ohio, Issue 7, Department of Public Service Infrastructure Bond Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported issuing $400 million in bonds for acquiring real estate, development of infrastructure, and the maintenance of facilities for the Department of Public Service, and levying a tax at a rate of $45 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

A "no" vote opposed issuing $400 million in bonds for acquiring real estate, development of infrastructure, and the maintenance of facilities for the Department of Public Service, and levying a tax at a rate of $45 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

• Columbus, Ohio, Issue 8, Residential and Commercial Development Bond Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported issuing $500 million in bonds for the development of residential and commercial structures, and levying a tax at a rate of $49 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

A "no" vote opposed issuing $500 million in bonds for the development of residential and commercial structures, and levying a tax at a rate of $49 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

• Columbus, Ohio, Issue 9, Public Utility Infrastructure Bond Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported issuing $500 million in bonds for the maintenance of public utility infrastructure, such as water lines, power lines, and sewer systems, and levying a tax at a rate of $42 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

A "no" vote opposed issuing $500 million in bonds for the maintenance of public utility infrastructure, such as water lines, power lines, and sewer systems, and levying a tax at a rate of $42 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

• Franklin County, Ohio, Issue 1, Mental Health Service Tax Levy Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported levying an annual estimated property tax of $74 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value to provide funding for mental health, alcohol, and drug addiction programs.

A "no" vote opposed levying an annual estimated property tax of $74 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value to provide funding for mental health, alcohol, and drug addiction programs.

• Franklin County, Ohio, Issue 2, Property Tax for Zoo Maintenance Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported levying an annual estimated property tax of $13 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value to provide funding for the maintenance of zoological park services and facilities.

A "no" vote opposed levying an annual estimated property tax of $13 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value to provide funding for the maintenance of zoological park services and facilities.

• Olentangy School District, Ohio, School Development Bond Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported issuing $235 million in bonds for the development of elementary schools and a high school, and and levying a tax at a rate of $62 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

A "no" vote opposed issuing $235 million in bonds for the development of elementary schools and a high school, and and levying a tax at a rate of $62 per $100,000 of assessed property value to repay the bonds.

• Westerville School District, Ohio, Issue 39, Income Tax Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported establishing an annual income tax of 0.75% for the expenses of the Westerville City School District.

A "no" vote opposed establishing an annual income tax of 0.75% for the expenses of the Westerville City School District.

Hamilton County

See also: Hamilton County, Ohio ballot measures

• Cincinnati, Ohio, Issue 2, Public Safety Internship Program Incentive Charter Amendment (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to provide an incentive for participation in the city's public safety internship program by awarding five points in examination credit on city fire and police department entrance exams.

A "no" vote opposed amending the city charter to provide an incentive for participation in the city's public safety internship program by awarding five points in examination credit on city fire and police department entrance exams.

• Cincinnati, Ohio, Issue 3, Changes to Campaign Finance Reporting and Elections Commission Vacancies Charter Amendment (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported amending the city charter to align local campaign finance reporting and deadlines with the state and provide for additional time to fill vacancies on the city's elections commission.

A "no" vote opposed amending the city charter to align local campaign finance reporting and deadlines with the state and provide for additional time to fill vacancies on the city's elections commission.

• Cincinnati City School District, Ohio, Issue 28, Levy Renewal Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing the district to renew a levy at a rate of $177 per $100,000 of assessed property value for 10 years beginning in 2026.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing the district to renew a levy at a rate of $177 per $100,000 of assessed property value for 10 years beginning in 2026.

• Hamilton County, Ohio, Issue 34, Parks and Recreation Tax Renewal Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing the county to renew a property tax at a rate of $22 per $100,000 of assessed property value to fund the Great Parks of Hamilton County for 10 years.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing the county to renew a property tax at a rate of $22 per $100,000 of assessed property value to fund the Great Parks of Hamilton County for 10 years.

Lucas County

See also: Lucas County, Ohio ballot measures

• Lucas County, Ohio, Issue 1, Property Tax for Children's Services Funding Measure (November 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported renewing a tax at a rate of 1.8 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $39 for each $100,000, for the purpose of children's services.

A "no" vote opposed renewing a tax at a rate of 1.8 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $39 for each $100,000, for the purpose of children's services.

Franklin County

See also: Franklin County, Ohio ballot measures

• Delaware County District Library, Ohio, Tax Measure (May 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported authorizing a new 1-mill property tax for library services, lasting 15 years, estimated at $35 per $100,000 of appraised value.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing a new 1-mill property tax for library services, lasting 15 years, estimated at $35 per $100,000 of appraised value.

• Groveport Madison Local School District, Ohio, Bond Measure (May 2025):  ✖

A "yes" vote supported authorizing the district to issue $70.625 million in bonds for school facilities, repaid over 37 years through a property tax levy estimated at $179 per $100,000 of appraised value.

A "no" vote opposed authorizing the district to issue $70.625 million in bonds for school facilities, repaid over 37 years through a property tax levy estimated at $179 per $100,000 of appraised value.

Lucas County

See also: Lucas County, Ohio ballot measures

• Metropolitan Park District of the Toledo Area, Ohio, Issue 8, Replacement Tax Levy Measure (May 2025):  ✔

A "yes" vote supported replacing a 1.4-mill property tax levy to fund the operation, improvement, and conservation of area Metroparks, at a rate estimated at $49 per $100,000 of appraised value, for 10 years, beginning in 2025. The new levy would replace an existing 1.4-mill levy with three years remaining, currently costing $30 per $100,000.

A "no" vote opposed replacing a 1.4-mill property tax levy to fund the operation, improvement, and conservation of area Metroparks, at a rate estimated at $49 per $100,000 of appraised value, for 10 years, beginning in 2025. The new levy would replace an existing 1.4-mill levy with three years remaining, currently costing $30 per $100,000.

How to cast a vote

See also: Voting in Ohio

See below to learn more about current voter registration rules, identification requirements, and poll times in Ohio.

How to vote in Ohio

Poll times

In Ohio, all polling places are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Anyone in line when the polls close must be allowed to vote.

Registration

Check your voter registration status here.

To register to vote in Ohio, an applicant must be a United States citizen, a resident of Ohio for at least 30 days before the election, and at least 18 years old by the day of the election. Individuals who are incarcerated for a felony conviction, have been declared by a court to be incompetent for voting purposes, or have been permanently disenfranchised may not register to vote.

Applicants may register to vote online, in person, or by mail. The Ohio Voter Registration and Information Update Form is available online and can be requested by mail. In-person voter registration is available at various locations including the secretary of state and county board of elections offices, Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles offices, public libraries and high schools, county treasurers' offices, and other state agencies. A full list of locations is available here.

The deadline to register to vote is 30 days before the next election. An Ohio driver’s license number, state ID card number, or the last four digits of a SSN is required to register to vote or update a voter registration.

Automatic registration

See also: Automatic voter registration

Ohio does not practice automatic voter registration.

Online registration

See also: Online voter registration

Ohio has implemented an online voter registration system. Residents can register to vote by visiting this website.

Same-day registration

See also: Same-day voter registration

Ohio does not allow same-day voter registration.

Residency requirements

Prospective voters must be "a resident of Ohio for at least 30 days immediately before the election in which you want to vote," according to the Ohio Secretary of State's Office.

Verification of citizenship

See also: Laws permitting noncitizens to vote in the United States

Ohio requires those registering to vote or updating their voter registration information at a Bureau of Motor Vehicles facility to provide proof of citizenship before being allowed to do so. Individuals registering to vote in other settings do not have to provide proof of citizenship but must attest to their citizenship in a sworn statement.

All 49 states with voter registration systems require applicants to declare that they are U.S. citizens in order to register to vote in state and federal elections, under penalty of perjury or other punishment. Seven states — Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, New Hampshire, and Wyoming — have laws requiring verification of citizenship at the time of voter registration, whether in effect or not. One state, Ohio, requires proof of citizenship only when registering to vote at a Bureau of Motor Vehicles facility. In three states — California, Maryland, and Vermont — at least one local jurisdiction allows noncitizens to vote in some local elections. Noncitizens registering to vote in those elections must complete a voter registration application provided by the local jurisdiction and are not eligible to register as state or federal voters.

Verifying your registration

The Ohio Secretary of State’s Office allows residents to check their voter registration status online by visiting this website.

Voter ID requirements

Ohio requires voters to present photo identification while voting.

The following list of accepted ID was current as of December 2025. Click here for the Ohio Secretary of State page on accepted ID to ensure you have the most current information.

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Ohio driver's license; State of Ohio ID card; Interim ID form issued by the Ohio BMV; A U.S. passport; A U.S. passport card; US military ID card; A U.S. military dependent card; Ohio National Guard ID card; or US Department of Veterans Affairs ID card All photo IDs must have the following: An expiration date that has not passed; A photograph of the voter; The voter’s name, which must substantially conform to the voter’s name as it appears in the Poll List or in the Poll Book NOTICE: An unexpired Ohio Driver License, State ID Card, or Interim Documentation with your former address IS an ACCEPTABLE form of ID when your current address is in the pollbook.

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To view Ohio law pertaining to voter identification, click here.

Ohio voters can obtain a free state ID card from the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

See also

• Local ballot measure elections in 2025
• Local ballot measures, Ohio