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Citizen Watchdog with Todd Zinser

Citizen Watchdog with Todd Zinser

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 The city of Cincinnati and Hamilton County are run by the same party. There is no overight or dissenting voice....this is where Todd Zinser comes in. Todd bio is below

https://docs.house.gov/meetings/AP/AP19/20150225/102984/HHRG-114-AP19-Bio-ZinserT-20150225.pdf

He will keep an eye out on all the shenanigans in Hamilton County and the City of Cincinnati. Nothing gets by Todd Zinser...the Citizen WatchdogCopyright Joe Strecker Productions Ciencia Política Política y Gobierno
Episodios
  • Gun Violence and ACT for Cincy

    Gun Violence and ACT for Cincy
    Jul 8 2025
    Gun violence is one of Cincinnati's gravest issues, but is the ACT for Cincy initiative truly making a difference, or is it another instance of big promises with little follow-through? Join Todd as he scrutinizes the allocation of $3 million towards community grants, dissecting components like Boots on the Ground, Safe and Clean, and the Human Services Violence Reduction Fund. Despite the fanfare, the mayor's silence on this topic during his recent Cincinnati Edition appearance speaks volumes about the initiative's impact, or perhaps the lack thereof.

    Turning our attention to the city's financial health, we question the transparency and results of Cincinnati's financial freedom blueprint. What are the true outcomes of initiatives like the $800,000 spent on "Boots on the Ground"? Can such social spending eventually sink the city into fiscal instability? We'll discuss our concerns about these potentially risky financial maneuvers and ponder the implications for Cincinnati's future.
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    19 m
  • Cincinnati's Pension Liability

    Cincinnati's Pension Liability
    Jun 30 2025
    Cincinnati's pension crisis looms larger than ever, and ignoring it isn't an option. The city's current approach—with a $64 million surplus just sitting on the sidelines—is stagnating progress. Asset sales are a band-aid, not a cure, and the risks involved in regionalizing the waterworks make it a gamble we can't afford to lose. Our episode spotlights the city's hesitance to act on the straightforward advice from pension trust trustees: incrementally increase employer contributions. This simple yet effective strategy could revitalize the pension fund by 2045. Instead, Cincinnati's priorities lie elsewhere, leaving one of its most critical financial obligations in jeopardy.

    Join Todd as he scrutinizes the city's financial strategies and call for an urgent reallocation of resources. Redirecting surplus funds to tackle urgent pension liabilities, deferred maintenance, and infrastructure deficits is not just prudent, but essential for ensuring the financial stability of both the city and its employees. We argue for a shift in focus from new commitments to honoring existing promises, like those to the pension participants. Together, let's address these looming liabilities head-on, making sure they no longer overshadow Cincinnati's financial future.
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    18 m
  • Championing Transparency in Cincinnati

    Championing Transparency in Cincinnati
    Jun 23 2025
    By exploring real incidents like the bridge fire and the mismanagement of the city's fleet, we promise you'll gain a deeper understanding of the critical need for open governance. Todd crafted a 12-point transparency agenda aimed at enhancing clarity and accountability, setting the stage for better oversight and informed citizenry. Our conversations address how these issues affect not just the current landscape but shape the future of governance in Cincinnati.

    Our episode also sheds light on the glaring absence of cost accounting systems for major projects like the Connected Communities and Green Cincinnati Plans, highlighting the need for improved financial oversight. The lack of public engagement tools, akin to the federal process for commenting on ordinances, further underscores the need for reform. By championing the incorporation of citizens’ voices in governance, we advocate for a system that prevents oversight and ensures responsible spending. Join us as we outline a future where Cincinnati’s government operates with the transparency its citizens deserve.
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    18 m
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