MOST RECENT VIDEOS

• 5:04 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update - November 21, 2025 Featured

  In this episode of Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update, FCSD Treasurer Jay Phillips clarifies common school finance terms. He explains what a mill is, the two types of millage, and the effects of Ohio House Bill 920 on school districts statewide. Jay also breaks down Rollback Credits, Homestead Exemptions, and other key concepts in a simple, easy-to-understand way. Watch until the end to get information about contacting Jay with questions, and details about 2 upcoming community engagements that all are invited to attend on December 2 and December 8.

  Uploaded Nov 21, 2025 to Treasurer
• 4:49 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update - November 7, 2025 Featured

  In this episode, Treasurer Jay Phillips discusses in detail how we spend our money and the financial challenges we now face as a district.

  Uploaded Nov 07, 2025 by Gina Gentry-Fletcher to Treasurer
• 5:26 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update - October 24, 2025 Featured

  "The Push to Eliminate Property Taxes" is the focus of the October 24 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update. A proposed constitutional amendment that’s getting a lot of attention across Ohio — one that would eliminate all property taxes in our state.
  Now, that might sound appealing at first thought— no more property tax bills! But as we’ll see, the ripple effects would reach every public service we depend on, including our schools. Treasurer Jay Phillips breaks it all down in this episode.

  Uploaded Oct 24, 2025 to Treasurer
• 4:14 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield’s Friday Finance Update - Oct. 10, 2025 Featured

  It’s time for a new episode of Dollars & $ense: Fairfield’s Friday Finance Update! Join Jay Phillips, FCSD Treasurer, as he helps us navigate the complicated world of school finance. In this episode he will talk us through how schools in Ohio are funded. Thanks for tuning in!

  Uploaded Oct 10, 2025 to Treasurer
• 2:31 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield’s Friday Finance Update Featured

  The Butler County Commissioners approved a new Local Homestead Option that will be funded entirely by the county with no state reimbursement. Please take a moment to watch FCSD Treasurer Jay Phillips explain the impact this decision will have on our school district’s finances.

  Uploaded Sep 26, 2025 to Treasurer
• 3:46 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update

  Among the topics in this edition of Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update, FCSD Treasurer Jay Phillips explains the 20-mill floor and its impact on Fairfield and other Ohio school districts. He will also discuss per-pupil expenditures and how we rank among school districts in Butler and Hamilton counties. Information you won't want to miss!

  Uploaded Sep 12, 2025 to Treasurer
• 1:45 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update Featured

  Introducing...
  Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update!
  
  Join new FCSD Treasurer Jay Phillips as he provides an update on district finances every other week. He'll use a variety of formats, including video (such as the one below) and written articles. There may even be some special guests in the lineup. The goal is to provide a broader understanding of school finance - the challenges we face, how schools are funded, how your tax dollars are spent, and the impact of legislative decisions.
  
  Enjoy this first edition, and we'll see you again with an update in a couple of weeks!

  Uploaded Aug 29, 2025 to Treasurer
• 8:52 FCSD in Five Featured

  Superintendent Billy Smith and Treasurer Nancy Lane address the community in this edition of FCSD in Five. They answer several frequently asked questions regarding school finances.

  Uploaded Mar 01, 2024
• 00:58 Cheryl Sandor Retires after 32 years with Latchkey Program! Featured
  Uploaded Feb 29, 2024
• 4:51 FCSD in Five November 2, 2023 Featured

  Superintendent Billy Smith and Director of Curriculum and Instruction Mandy Aug give an exciting update on the District's state report card results.

  Uploaded Nov 02, 2023