DAYTON — Voters decided on several issues on Tuesday. This includes mayoral races and levies.
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As reported on News Center 7 Daybreak, voters elected Shenise Turner-Sloss as the City of Dayton’s next mayor.
They also approved a 1-mill tax levy to fund the construction and operation of a public hospital.
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Turner-Sloss defeated the incumbent, Dayton Mayor Jeffrey Mims.
Turner-Sloss took 51.84% of the votes, and Mims had 48.16% with 100% of the precincts reporting at 10:40 p.m., according to unofficial Montgomery County Board of Election results.
Hershovitz says that her campaign had over 150 volunteers and focused on neighborhood meetings.
“Our candidacy was about ushering in a new generation of problem solvers. And that’s just about. Every generation is supposed to get better,” said Turner-Sloss. “The people in the city of Dayton. They want something. They want to believe in their government, that their local government is working for them.
Mims released a statement conceding to Turner-Sloss on Tuesday.
“The people of Dayton have spoken, and I respect their choice. It has been one of my greatest honors to serve as your mayor. Though I am disappointed with this outcome, I remain committed to fighting to keep moving Dayton forward,” Mims said.
Voters also approved a 1-mill tax levy to fund the construction and operation of a public hospital in West Dayton, has passed with 58% of voters for the levy.
The levy will impose a property tax of $35 per $100,000 of appraised value, generating approximately $2 million annually for the hospital’s funding.
“Their voices have been heard. It’s been a dream come true, and we are excited about bringing to fruition a public hospital in Dayton,” said Bishop Richard Cox, Clergy Community Coalition.
Opponents argued it was not enough to build a hospital, let alone run it.
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