Neighbors in the Know (Online)
This online series, presented by The Clermont Chamber of Commerce and Cincinnati Nature Center, will help residents of Clermont County’s fourteen townships become more powerful advocates for their communities. Together, we’ll explore how decisions are made that impact the quality and character of our communities. These live online talks can be enjoyed from the comfort of your home. Reserve your spot per session, or save with one low price for the entire series! Per Session: Member adult $10; nonmember adult $10. Entire Series: Member adult or nonmember adult $50. Session Topics: Session 1 - Feb. 18, 2026: Who’s Got the Power? We'll discuss government structures, responsibilities, powers, and goals at the county, township, city, and village levels. Session 2 - March 18, 2026: Show Me the Money! We'll discuss where money in our communities comes from, how it is spent, and who decides. Session 3 – April 15, 2026: Country Roads, Take Me Home. We'll discuss how roads are built and monitored for traffic and safety, and how citizens can request improvements and changes. Session 4 – May 20, 2026 - Get Off My Lawn! We'll discuss the challenges of balancing private property rights with community needs when land is zoned, sold, and developed. Session 5 – June 17, 2026: Farmland Isn’t Free We'll discuss the economic value of agriculture in our county, the challenges of keeping farmland affordable, and ways citizens and planners can protect farmland. Session 6 – September 16, 2026: Good Buffers Make Good Neighbors We'll discuss ways to protect nature when developing land. Session 7 – October 21, 2026: Gimme Shelter We'll discuss legal, ethical, and economic considerations that citizens and public officials must consider when deciding on the kind and amount of new housing that a township should approve. Session 8 – Nov 18, 2026: Homeowners Associations: A Township’s Secret Sauce We'll explain how Homeowners Associations \(HOAs\) reduce the workload and costs of providing amenities for some township residents, while providing possible avenues to protect green spaces, buffers, and small farms.