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• 4:32 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield’s Friday Finance Update Feb. 20, 2026 Featured

  The FCSD released a list of possible reductions that will happen if the 1.25% earned income tax on the May 5 ballot does not pass. We have been asked why transportation isn’t on this list of potential cuts. Treasurer Jay Phillips explains.

  Uploaded Feb 20, 2026 to Treasurer
• 3:40 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update - Feb. 6, 2026 Featured

  In this episode of Dollars and Sense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update, Treasurer Jay Phillips explains open enrollment in the Fairfield City School District. He breaks down what it is, how it works, and why, when it’s managed responsibly, can be a positive for our district — educationally and financially.

  Uploaded Feb 06, 2026 to Treasurer
• 3:55 January 23, 2026 - Dollars & $ense: Fairfield’s Friday Finance Update Featured

  In this week’s episode of Dollars & $ense: Fairfield’s Friday Finance Update, FCSD Treasurer Jay Phillips explains how our school district compares financially with others in Butler and Hamilton counties. Please take a moment to learn more.

  Uploaded Jan 23, 2026 to Special Services
• 3:19 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield’s Friday Finance Update - Jan. 9, 2026 Featured

  Learn about the impact that House Bill 335 has on Ohio school districts, including the Fairfield City Schools. Treasurer Jay Phillips also guides us through updates on the financial status of the FCSD in this episode of Dollars & $ense: Fairfield’s Friday Finance Update.

  Uploaded Jan 09, 2026 to Treasurer
• 3:58 Dollars & $ense: Fairfield's Friday Finance Update - December 5, 2025 Featured

  How does the Fairfield City School District spend its budget and salary dollars? Treasurer Jay Phillips breaks it all down in this episode. For additional information about the district's current and future financial status, please plan to attend FCSD Finances: The Road Ahead on Monday, December 8, from 6-8 p.m. at Crossroads Middle School. This community engagement session will educate, inform, and ask for your feedback. By joining the conversation, we hope you will gain a deeper understanding of the district's financial outlook.

  Uploaded Dec 05, 2025 to Treasurer
• 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