Voters in the City of Huber Heights approved the renewal of the 0.25% earned income tax (Issue 3) on the May 6, 2025 ballot. Originally approved in 2005 and renewed in 2015, this measure provides funding for the city’s fire, police, and EMS services. Its renewal allows these essential services to continue without disruption or additional cost to residents.
“This renewal ensures we can continue delivering the high level of emergency services our community expects,” said Mayor Jeff Gore. “With this funding in place, we’re able to retain personnel, replace outdated equipment, and maintain the responsiveness our residents rely on every day.”
Issue 3 is not a new tax, but a continuation of the 0.25% earned income tax that residents have been paying for nearly two decades. The funds are allocated as follows: 40.5% for police services, 40.5% for fire and EMS, and 19% to the General Fund, which supplements public safety operations.
The Huber Heights earned income tax applies to wages, salaries, self-employment income, rental income, and gambling winnings, but does not apply to Social Security, pensions, or unemployment benefits. Residents who work in cities with a local income tax at or above 2.25% (such as Dayton, Kettering, and others) receive a full credit and do not owe additional city tax.
The renewal ensures stability and extends funding through 2035, enabling the city to plan confidently for the long-term needs of its emergency services.
“This vote affirms the importance our residents place on dependable emergency services,” said Gore. “We are deeply thankful for the trust and support shown by this community. It’s a reflection of our shared commitment to public safety and the well-being of everyone who lives and works in Huber Heights.”
For more information about the earned income tax and how these funds support Huber Heights, visit hhoh.org/588/Renewal-Earned-Income-Tax-Levy
Official Press Release (PDF)