Episode 7: Village Finances simplified - Is it really that hard?

In this episode, Dave breaks down the Mayor’s recent comments from the Village Council meeting about how “money can’t be moved” between government funds — and puts that statement to the test.

Dave explains exactly how village finances work under Ohio law — including how money can be legally transferred between funds and even invested without ever leaving its account. He dives into what types of funds can be invested, what options are available to local governments (like STAR Ohio and certificates of deposit), and how those investments can earn real returns for the community.

It’s a straightforward, no-fluff crash course in small-town finance — made simple, honest, and maybe even a little entertaining.