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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF BELLEVUE

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For Mayor

General Election

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Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Donald R. Berkey Republican

Kevin G. Strecker

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Ronald L. Smith

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Republican

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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Steven D. Smith Republican

For Director of Law

November 3, 2015

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YES

YES

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(Vote for not more than 1)

David A. Wallingford Republican

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Dennis Feuerstein John E. Miller, Sr. Rose Mary Nascone Democratic

For Member of Council (First Ward) (Vote for not more than 1)

Duane Baker

BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Theodore N. Clark, Jr. John R. Redd

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Diane M. Streeter

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Sandusky County

General Election

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED INCOME TAX (RENEWAL) BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

Shall an annual income tax of 0.5% on the school district income of individuals and of estates be imposed by the Bellevue City School District to renew an income tax expiring at the end of 2016, for a period of ten years, beginning January 1, 2017, for the purpose of current expenses?

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Against the Tax

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF BELLEVUE

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For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1)

Kevin G. Strecker Donald R. Berkey

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Ronald L. Smith

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Republican

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Steven D. Smith Republican

For Director of Law

November 3, 2015

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Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 1)

David A. Wallingford Republican

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Dennis Feuerstein John E. Miller, Sr. Rose Mary Nascone Democratic

For Member of Council (First Ward) (Vote for not more than 1)

Duane Baker

BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Theodore N. Clark, Jr. John R. Redd

TURN BALLOT OVER

Diane M. Streeter

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Sandusky County

General Election

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED INCOME TAX (RENEWAL) BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

Shall an annual income tax of 0.5% on the school district income of individuals and of estates be imposed by the Bellevue City School District to renew an income tax expiring at the end of 2016, for a period of ten years, beginning January 1, 2017, for the purpose of current expenses?

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Against the Tax

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF BELLEVUE

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For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1)

Donald R. Berkey Republican

Kevin G. Strecker

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Ronald L. Smith

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Republican

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Steven D. Smith Republican

For Director of Law

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 1)

David A. Wallingford Republican

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Dennis Feuerstein John E. Miller, Sr. Rose Mary Nascone Democratic

For Member of Council (Second Ward) (Vote for not more than 1)

Write-in

BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Theodore N. Clark, Jr.

TURN BALLOT OVER

John R. Redd

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Sandusky County

General Election

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

LOCAL OPTION BELLEVUE CITY 2-A A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. Shall the sale of beer, wine, mixed beverages and spirituous liquor be permitted for sale on Sunday between the hours of eleven a.m. and midnight by Strecks LLC dba The Bierkeller an applicant for a D-6 liquor permit, a holder of a D-5 liquor permit for on-premises sales engaged in the business of a restaurant and bar at 600 Southwest St. Bellevue, Ohio 44811?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED INCOME TAX (RENEWAL) BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

Shall an annual income tax of 0.5% on the school district income of individuals and of estates be imposed by the Bellevue City School District to renew an income tax expiring at the end of 2016, for a period of ten years, beginning January 1, 2017, for the purpose of current expenses?

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Against the Tax

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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For Mayor

General Election

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Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Kevin G. Strecker Donald R. Berkey

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Ronald L. Smith

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Republican

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Steven D. Smith Republican

For Director of Law

November 3, 2015

C

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

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David A. Wallingford Republican

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Dennis Feuerstein John E. Miller, Sr. Rose Mary Nascone Democratic

For Member of Council (Second Ward) (Vote for not more than 1)

Write-in

BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Theodore N. Clark, Jr.

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

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Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED INCOME TAX (RENEWAL) BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

Shall an annual income tax of 0.5% on the school district income of individuals and of estates be imposed by the Bellevue City School District to renew an income tax expiring at the end of 2016, for a period of ten years, beginning January 1, 2017, for the purpose of current expenses?

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Against the Tax

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF CLYDE

42

For Member of Council

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Gary Alan Smith

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Brent Stanley

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Member of Board of Education 51

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

Jean M. Jackson

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 2)

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF CLYDE

42

For Member of Council

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Brent Stanley

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Jean M. Jackson

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Member of Board of Education

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

52

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

Gary Alan Smith

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 2)

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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YES

NO

NO

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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City of Clyde B

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

41

CITY OF CLYDE

42

For Member of Council

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Brent Stanley Jean M. Jackson

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Gary Alan Smith

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Member of Board of Education

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne 53

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 2)

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B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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YES

NO

NO

Write-in

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SANDUSKY COUNTY, OH 2015 GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2015

CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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City of Clyde C

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF CLYDE

42

For Member of Council

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Jean M. Jackson Gary Alan Smith

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Brent Stanley

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Member of Board of Education

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 2)

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B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

Write-in

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

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Sandusky County

General Election

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F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF CLYDE

42

For Member of Council

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Brent Stanley

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Jean M. Jackson

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Member of Board of Education 51

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

Gary Alan Smith

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 2)

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B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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YES

NO

NO

Write-in

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Jim Ellis Democratic

Daniel R. Sanchez

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Jamie Hafford

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Daniel K. Henning

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1) 52

Paul D. Grahl Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird

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Jolene Meyers

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Daniel R. Sanchez Republican

Jim Ellis

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Democratic

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Daniel K. Henning

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Jamie Hafford

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl

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Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

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Taneshia Denise Slater

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Maria D. Garza A

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Jim Ellis Democratic

Daniel R. Sanchez

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Jamie Hafford

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Daniel K. Henning

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl Democratic 54

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater

A

Maria D. Garza

TURN BALLOT OVER

Shantel Laird

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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• Limit the ability of the legislature and D

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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42

For Mayor

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Republican

Jim Ellis

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Democratic

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

51

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

Daniel R. Sanchez

Daniel K. Henning

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Jamie Hafford

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza

A

Shantel Laird

TURN BALLOT OVER

Jolene Meyers

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Jim Ellis Democratic

Daniel R. Sanchez

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Jamie Hafford

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Daniel K. Henning

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1) 52

Paul D. Grahl Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird

TURN BALLOT OVER

Jolene Meyers

Page 1 of 2

Taneshia Denise Slater A

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Daniel R. Sanchez Republican

Jim Ellis

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Democratic

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Daniel K. Henning

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Jamie Hafford

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl

53

Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

TURN BALLOT OVER

Taneshia Denise Slater

Page 1 of 2

Maria D. Garza A

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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• Limit the ability of the legislature and D

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Jim Ellis Democratic

Daniel R. Sanchez

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Jamie Hafford

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Daniel K. Henning

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl Democratic 54

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

46

General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater

A

Maria D. Garza

TURN BALLOT OVER

Shantel Laird

Page 1 of 2

City of Fremont 2-C

B

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

Page 2 of 2

• Limit the ability of the legislature and D

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Daniel R. Sanchez Republican

Jim Ellis

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Democratic

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1) 47

Daniel K. Henning

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Jamie Hafford

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

51

General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza

A

Shantel Laird

TURN BALLOT OVER

Jolene Meyers

Page 1 of 2

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B

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

Page 2 of 2

• Limit the ability of the legislature and D

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

General Election

B

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1)

Jim Ellis Democratic

Daniel R. Sanchez

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1) 47

Jamie Hafford

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Daniel K. Henning

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1) 52

Paul D. Grahl Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird

TURN BALLOT OVER

Jolene Meyers

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Taneshia Denise Slater A

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

41

CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

General Election

B

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1)

Daniel R. Sanchez Republican

Jim Ellis

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Democratic

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1) 47

Daniel K. Henning

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Jamie Hafford

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl

53

Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

TURN BALLOT OVER

Taneshia Denise Slater

Page 1 of 2

Maria D. Garza A

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B

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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• Limit the ability of the legislature and D

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

41

CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

General Election

B

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1)

Jim Ellis Democratic

Daniel R. Sanchez

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1) 47

Jamie Hafford

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Daniel K. Henning

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl Democratic 54

November 3, 2015

C

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater

A

Maria D. Garza

TURN BALLOT OVER

Shantel Laird

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City of Fremont 3-C

B

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Republican

Jim Ellis

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Democratic

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

51

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

Daniel R. Sanchez

Daniel K. Henning

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Jamie Hafford

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

48

General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza

A

Shantel Laird

TURN BALLOT OVER

Jolene Meyers

Page 1 of 2

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SANDUSKY COUNTY, OH 2015 GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2015

CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Jim Ellis Democratic

Daniel R. Sanchez

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Jamie Hafford

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Daniel K. Henning

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1) 52

Paul D. Grahl Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird

TURN BALLOT OVER

Jolene Meyers

Page 1 of 2

Taneshia Denise Slater A

City of Fremont 4-B

B

C

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SANDUSKY COUNTY, OH 2015 GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2015

CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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• Limit the ability of the legislature and D

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

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CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Daniel R. Sanchez Republican

Jim Ellis

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Democratic

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Daniel K. Henning

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Jamie Hafford

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl

53

Democratic

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Brian M. Smith Republican

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

TURN BALLOT OVER

Taneshia Denise Slater

Page 1 of 2

Maria D. Garza A

City of Fremont 4-C

B

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SANDUSKY COUNTY, OH 2015 GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2015

CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

Page 2 of 2

• Limit the ability of the legislature and D

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

41

CITY OF FREMONT

42

For Mayor

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

Jim Ellis Democratic

Daniel R. Sanchez

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

For President of Council (Vote for not more than 1)

Jamie Hafford

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Daniel K. Henning

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Auditor (Vote for not more than 1)

Paul D. Grahl Democratic 54

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Director of Law (Vote for not more than 1)

James F. Melle Democratic

For Member of Council at Large (Vote for not more than 3)

Richard G. Zilch, Jr. Democratic

Thomas B. Knisely Democratic

Joe Michles Democratic

Denis Otte Republican

Brian M. Smith Republican

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater

A

Maria D. Garza

TURN BALLOT OVER

Shantel Laird

Page 1 of 2

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SANDUSKY COUNTY, OH 2015 GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2015

CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

F

REFERENDUM ON ORDINANCE # 2014-3742 (By Petition) FREMONT CITY A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An ordinance authorizing the Mayor to proceed with the process of removing the Ballville Dam. Shall ordinance 2014-3742 proposing to remove the Ballville Dam be approved?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES NO

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Richard Allen Geyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

P. Dale Reiter Kerry L. Wood

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Ellen K. Ickes

YES

YES

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

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NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Richard Allen Geyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

P. Dale Reiter Kerry L. Wood

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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Ellen K. Ickes

YES

YES

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Richard Allen Geyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

P. Dale Reiter Kerry L. Wood

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess Ellen K. Ickes

OLD FORT LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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YES

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NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Nicholas J. Baker Kristin Woodall

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

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• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

P. Dale Reiter

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Kerry L. Wood Richard Allen Geyer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Ellen K. Ickes

November 3, 2015

C

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

YES

YES

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

NO

NO

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For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

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• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1)

Kerry L. Wood

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Richard Allen Geyer P. Dale Reiter

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Ellen K. Ickes

YES

YES

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

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General Election

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F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF BALLVILLE

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1)

Richard Allen Geyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

P. Dale Reiter Kerry L. Wood

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Ellen K. Ickes

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

YES

YES

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Kerry L. Wood Richard Allen Geyer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Ellen K. Ickes

YES

YES

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

Write-in

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Kerry L. Wood Richard Allen Geyer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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Ellen K. Ickes

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FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

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• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Richard Allen Geyer P. Dale Reiter

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Ellen K. Ickes

November 3, 2015

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

YES

YES

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF BALLVILLE

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Richard Allen Geyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

P. Dale Reiter Kerry L. Wood

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Dianna Bess

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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Ellen K. Ickes

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YES

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

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NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

VILLAGE OF GREEN SPRINGS

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Mayor (Vote for not more than 1)

Adam Greenslade

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Member of Council (Vote for not more than 2)

Tyler Kimmet

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

No Valid Petition Filed

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal. If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

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Sandusky County

General Election

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (ADDITIONAL) GREEN SPRINGS VILLAGE A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. An additional tax for the benefit of Green Springs Village for the purpose of providing and maintaining fire apparatus, appliances, building, or sites therefor, or sources of water supply and materials therefor, or the establishment and maintenance of lines of fire alarm telegraph, or the payment of firefighting companies or permanent, part-time, or volunteer firefighting, emergency medical service, administrative, or communications personnel to operate the same, including the payment of any employer contributions required for such personnel under section 145.48 or 742.34 of the Revised Code, or the purchase of ambulance equipment, or the provision of ambulance, paramedic, or the emergency medical services operated by a fire department or firefighting company, at a rate not exceeding four and ninety-four hundreds (4.94) Mills for each one dollar of valuation which amounts to forty-nine and four-tenths cents ($0.494) for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for a period of five years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

November 3, 2015

FOR THE TAX LEVY AGAINST THE TAX LEVY

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Elwood J. Dick

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Jimmie D. Newsome For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Danyelle M. Lantz 51

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF GREEN CREEK

45

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

Write-in

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

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F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Jimmie D. Newsome

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Elwood J. Dick For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Danyelle M. Lantz

52

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF GREEN CREEK

45

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

Write-in

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OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Elwood J. Dick

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Jimmie D. Newsome For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Danyelle M. Lantz

53

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF GREEN CREEK

45

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

Write-in

Write-in

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Elwood J. Dick

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Jimmie D. Newsome For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Danyelle M. Lantz

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF GREEN CREEK

45

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 3)

Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird

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General Election

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F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Jimmie D. Newsome

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Elwood J. Dick For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Danyelle M. Lantz

For Member of Board of Education 54

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF GREEN CREEK

45

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

Write-in

Write-in

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Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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John C. Havens

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1) 46

Roger J. Wasserman

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Timothy N. Damschroder

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

For Township Trustee

51

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

David A. Mason

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Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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John C. Havens

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

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Roger J. Wasserman

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Chris Chalfin

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

For Township Trustee

51

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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YES

NO

NO

Barbara J. Lehmann

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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John C. Havens

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1) 46

Roger J. Wasserman

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Chris Chalfin

November 3, 2015

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Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

For Township Trustee

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General Election

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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Barbara J. Lehmann

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

VILLAGE OF BURGOON

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Mayor (Vote for not more than 1) 43

Donald Messersmith

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Member of Council (Vote for not more than 2) 46

Kevin T. Meyer Mary E. Meyer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1) 52

John C. Havens

November 3, 2015

C

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Roger J. Wasserman

LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Chris Chalfin Barbara J. Lehmann

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General Election

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) BURGOON VILLAGE A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Burgoon Village for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 8 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.80 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1) 43

Stephen S. Gruner James W. Reed

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Sandra L. Stevenson

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

53

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

TOWNSHIP OF MADISON

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

For Township Trustee

46

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education

YES

YES

(Vote for not more than 2)

NO

NO

Timothy N. Damschroder David A. Mason

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General Election

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Stephen S. Gruner James W. Reed

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Sandra L. Stevenson

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

TOWNSHIP OF MADISON

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

For Township Trustee

46

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education

YES

YES

(Vote for not more than 3)

NO

NO

Julie A. Bowman Cara Brown Daniel W. Hoppe, Jr. Stephen A. Huss James Karl Kamman Kelly A. O'Connor Samuel L. Preston Sean L. Rizor For Member of Board of Education (Unexpired term ending 12-31-2017) (Vote for not more than 1)

Corinna Bench

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Sandusky County

General Election

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F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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• Limit the ability of the legislature and D

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Mayor (Vote for not more than 1)

Kenneth J. Cantrell

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Steven L. Fought Republican

Randy A. Maynard

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Member of Council (Vote for not more than 2)

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED? Write-in

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

VILLAGE OF GIBSONBURG

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General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

Write-in

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TOWNSHIP OF MADISON For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

James W. Reed Stephen S. Gruner For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Sandra L. Stevenson

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Timothy N. Damschroder David A. Mason

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Mayor (Vote for not more than 1)

Steven L. Fought

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Republican

Randy A. Maynard Kenneth J. Cantrell

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Member of Council (Vote for not more than 2)

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

VILLAGE OF GIBSONBURG

47

General Election

B

YES

YES

NO

NO

Write-in

TOWNSHIP OF MADISON For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Stephen S. Gruner James W. Reed For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Sandra L. Stevenson

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Timothy N. Damschroder David A. Mason

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Michael J. Kovaleski

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

No Valid Petition Filed

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

For Township Trustee

(Vote for not more than 3)

Taneshia Denise Slater

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF RICE

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General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

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OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Gary L. Overmyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Joseph A. Halbeisen

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Maria D. Garza

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Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

For Township Trustee

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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YES

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Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Gary L. Overmyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Joseph A. Halbeisen

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

53

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

For Township Trustee

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF RILEY

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B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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YES

NO

NO

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund. •Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF SANDUSKY

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee

Matthew R. Hoffman

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Gilbert C. Overmyer For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Darleen M. Zaleski

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 54

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Cynthia K. Zienta

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

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YES

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF SANDUSKY

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Gilbert C. Overmyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Matthew R. Hoffman For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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Cynthia K. Zienta

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Darleen M. Zaleski

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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YES

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For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF SANDUSKY

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Matthew R. Hoffman

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Gilbert C. Overmyer For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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Darleen M. Zaleski

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Cynthia K. Zienta

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF SANDUSKY

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Gilbert C. Overmyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Matthew R. Hoffman For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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Cynthia K. Zienta

53

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Darleen M. Zaleski

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF SCOTT

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Gregory J. Lehmann

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Jeffrey A. Foos

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Timothy N. Damschroder

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

For Township Trustee

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YES

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NO

David A. Mason

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

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• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Gregory J. Lehmann

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Jeffrey A. Foos

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

LAKOTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Chris Chalfin

November 3, 2015

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Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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Barbara J. Lehmann

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF TOWNSEND

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Bruce L. Meggitt

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Joseph W. Parkhurst For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Cathy A. Bales

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education

November 3, 2015

C

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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YES

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NO

(Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

Write-in

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) TOWNSEND TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Townsend Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 1.50 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.15 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF TOWNSEND

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Bruce L. Meggitt

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Joseph W. Parkhurst For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Cathy A. Bales

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

NORTH POINT EDUCATIONAL SERVICE CENTER For Member of Governing Board of Educational Service Center

November 3, 2015

C

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

(Vote for not more than 3)

Marianne Cheetham Daryl L. Deering Mark Miller

MARGARETTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Brian D. Sutorius Timothy Tucker Andrew D. Warner

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

November 3, 2015

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) TOWNSEND TOWNSHIP

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Townsend Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 1.50 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.15 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

For the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

Against the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) MARGARETTA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Margaretta Local School District for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 7.75 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.775 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Paul Tornow, Jr.

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Clerk-Treasurer (Vote for not more than 1)

David W. Murray

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

For Member of Council (Vote for not more than 2) 49

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Roberta Murray No Valid Petition Filed

TOWNSHIP OF JACKSON

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

VILLAGE OF HELENA

52

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

John C. Havens For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Roger J. Wasserman

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Timothy N. Damschroder David A. Mason

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

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Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS)

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

For the Tax Levy

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Against the Tax Levy BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Paul Tornow, Jr.

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Clerk-Treasurer (Vote for not more than 1)

David W. Murray

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

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If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Roberta Murray No Valid Petition Filed

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

VILLAGE OF HELENA

52

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Harold Overmyer For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Lori A. Crispen

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Timothy N. Damschroder David A. Mason

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WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP

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SANDUSKY COUNTY, OH 2015 GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2015

CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Washington Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.25 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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HELENA VILLAGE

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

VILLAGE OF LINDSEY

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

(Vote for not more than 1) 43

Oliver Bruce Perry

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Member of Council (Vote for not more than 2)

No Valid Petition Filed No Valid Petition Filed

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

53

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

For Mayor

49

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

Harold Overmyer For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Lori A. Crispen

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza

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SANDUSKY COUNTY, OH 2015 GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2015

CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

D

Sandusky County

General Election

E

F

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Washington Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.25 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee

Harold Overmyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Lori A. Crispen

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Vote for not more than 1)

49

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Member of Board of Education

YES

YES

(Vote for not more than 3)

NO

NO

Jolene Meyers

54

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Washington Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.25 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

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• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Harold Overmyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Lori A. Crispen

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

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Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Washington Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.25 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Harold Overmyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Lori A. Crispen

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Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

For Township Trustee

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

FREMONT CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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For Member of Board of Education

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YES

(Vote for not more than 3)

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NO

Taneshia Denise Slater Maria D. Garza Shantel Laird Jolene Meyers

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Washington Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.25 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Harold Overmyer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Lori A. Crispen

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Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

For Township Trustee

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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For Member of Board of Education

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YES

(Vote for not more than 2)

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NO

Timothy N. Damschroder David A. Mason

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Washington Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.25 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Lori A. Crispen

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Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

For Township Trustee

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

WOODMORE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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For Member of Board of Education

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YES

(Vote for not more than 3)

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NO

Cara Brown Daniel W. Hoppe, Jr. Stephen A. Huss James Karl Kamman Kelly A. O'Connor Samuel L. Preston Sean L. Rizor Julie A. Bowman For Member of Board of Education (Unexpired term ending 12-31-2017) (Vote for not more than 1)

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Washington Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2.5 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.25 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2015, first due in calendar year 2016.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Nathaniel D. Liskai For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Lori A. Kepus

52

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Erika Wellons

GIBSONBURG LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Timothy N. Damschroder David A. Mason

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F

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WOODVILLE TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Woodville Township for the purpose of cemetery maintenance at a rate not exceeding 0.5 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.05 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

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Bill Hammer

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

Nathaniel D. Liskai For Township Fiscal Officer

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

(Vote for not more than 1) If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

Lori A. Kepus

52

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Erika Wellons

WOODMORE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF WOODVILLE

45

General Election

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SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

YES

YES

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Daniel W. Hoppe, Jr. Stephen A. Huss James Karl Kamman Kelly A. O'Connor Samuel L. Preston Sean L. Rizor Julie A. Bowman Cara Brown For Member of Board of Education (Unexpired term ending 12-31-2017) (Vote for not more than 1)

Corinna Bench

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Sandusky County

General Election

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F

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WOODVILLE TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Woodville Township for the purpose of cemetery maintenance at a rate not exceeding 0.5 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.05 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Corinna Bench Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

(Vote for not more than 1)

45

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Unexpired term ending 12-31-2017) (Vote for not more than 1)

For Mayor

Richard A. Harman

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Member of Council (Vote for not more than 2)

Patrick W. Dunn Judith L. Karchner

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

TOWNSHIP OF WOODVILLE For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1) 53

Nathaniel D. Liskai

November 3, 2015

C

For Member of Board of Education

VILLAGE OF WOODVILLE

44

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B

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

YES

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

NO

Bill Hammer

YES

For Township Fiscal Officer

NO

(Vote for not more than 1)

Erika Wellons Lori A. Kepus

WOODMORE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Stephen A. Huss James Karl Kamman Kelly A. O'Connor Samuel L. Preston Sean L. Rizor Julie A. Bowman

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Cara Brown

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WOODVILLE TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Woodville Township for the purpose of cemetery maintenance at a rate not exceeding 0.5 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.05 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Corinna Bench Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

The proposed amendment would: • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status. • Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

Richard A. Harman

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Member of Council (Vote for not more than 2)

Patrick W. Dunn Judith L. Karchner

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

TOWNSHIP OF WOODVILLE For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Bill Hammer

54

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

(Vote for not more than 1)

45

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

(Unexpired term ending 12-31-2017) (Vote for not more than 1)

For Mayor

Nathaniel D. Liskai

November 3, 2015

C

For Member of Board of Education

VILLAGE OF WOODVILLE

44

General Election

B

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately. SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

YES

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

NO

YES NO

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

Lori A. Kepus Erika Wellons

WOODMORE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

James Karl Kamman Kelly A. O'Connor Samuel L. Preston Sean L. Rizor Julie A. Bowman Cara Brown

TURN BALLOT OVER

Daniel W. Hoppe, Jr.

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Sandusky County

General Election

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F

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT) WOODVILLE TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A replacement of a tax for the benefit of Woodville Township for the purpose of cemetery maintenance at a rate not exceeding 0.5 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.05 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) BIRCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Birchard Public Library for the purpose of current expenses at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

BOARD MEMBERS

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Douglas Keegan For Township Trustee

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

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Walter N. Sberna, Sr. H. Lee Watson

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF YORK

44

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

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Leslie Fleming

YES

YES

BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Theodore N. Clark, Jr. John R. Redd Diane M. Streeter

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Sandusky County

General Election

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F

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) YORK TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of York Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED INCOME TAX (RENEWAL) BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. Shall an annual income tax of 0.5% on the school district income of individuals and of estates be imposed by the Bellevue City School District to renew an income tax expiring at the end of 2016, for a period of ten years, beginning January 1, 2017, for the purpose of current expenses?

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Against the Tax PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Douglas Keegan For Township Trustee

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

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Walter N. Sberna, Sr. H. Lee Watson

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

November 3, 2015

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Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

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Leslie Fleming

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YES

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

NO

NO

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

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CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) YORK TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of York Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Douglas Keegan For Township Trustee

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

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H. Lee Watson Walter N. Sberna, Sr.

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF YORK

44

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Leslie Fleming

YES

YES

BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

NO

NO

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For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 3)

Theodore N. Clark, Jr. John R. Redd Diane M. Streeter

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SANDUSKY COUNTY, OH 2015 GENERAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 3, 2015

CONSECUTIVE NUMBER _______________

OFFICIAL GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT D

Sandusky County

General Election

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local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

November 3, 2015

YES

For the Tax Levy

NO

Against the Tax Levy

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) YORK TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of York Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED INCOME TAX (RENEWAL) BELLEVUE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. Shall an annual income tax of 0.5% on the school district income of individuals and of estates be imposed by the Bellevue City School District to renew an income tax expiring at the end of 2016, for a period of ten years, beginning January 1, 2017, for the purpose of current expenses?

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Against the Tax PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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Instructions to Voter • To vote: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of your choice. • Note the permitted number of choices directly below the title of each candidate office. Do not mark the ballot for more choices than allowed. • If you mark the ballot for more choices than permitted, that contest or question will not be counted. • To vote for a write-in candidate: completely darken the oval ( ) to the left of the blank line and write in the candidate's name. Only votes cast for candidates who filed as write-in candidates can be counted. • Do not write in a candidate's name if that person's name already is printed on the ballot for that same contest. • If you make a mistake or want to change your vote: return your ballot to an election official and get a new ballot. You may ask for a new ballot up to two times.

Issue Two Anti-monopoly amendment; protects the initiative process from being used for personal economic benefit Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly Proposing to amend Section 1e of Article II of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass. The proposed amendment would:

A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for their exclusive financial benefit or to establish a preferential tax status.

The proposed amendment would: • End the partisan process for drawing Ohio House and Senate districts, and replace it with a bipartisan process with the goal of having district boundaries that are more compact and politically competitive.

• Prohibit any petitioner from using the Ohio Constitution to grant a commercial interest, right, or license that is not available to similarly situated persons or nonpublic entities.

• Ensure a transparent process by requiring public meetings, public display of maps, and a public letter explaining any plan the Commission adopts by a simple majority vote.

• Require the bipartisan Ohio Ballot Board to determine if a proposed constitutional amendment violates the prohibitions above, and if it does, present two separate ballot questions to voters. Both ballot questions must receive a majority yes vote before the proposed amendment could take effect.

• Establish the bipartisan Ohio Redistricting Commission, composed of 7 members including the Governor, the Auditor of State, the Secretary of State, and 4 members appointed by the majority and minority leaders of the General Assembly.

For Township Trustee (Vote for not more than 1)

Douglas Keegan For Township Trustee

• Prohibit from taking effect any proposed constitutional amendment appearing on the November 3, 2015 General Election ballot that creates a monopoly, oligopoly, or cartel for the sale, distribution, or other use of any federal Schedule I controlled substance.

• Require a bipartisan majority vote of 4 members in order to adopt any final district plan, and prevent deadlock by limiting the length of time any plan adopted without bipartisan support is effective.

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H. Lee Watson Walter N. Sberna, Sr.

• The Ohio Supreme Court has original, exclusive jurisdiction in any action related to the proposal.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

If passed, the amendment will become effective immediately.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

For Township Fiscal Officer (Vote for not more than 1)

November 3, 2015

C

Issue One Creates a bipartisan, public process for drawing legislative districts Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly To enact new Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 of Article XI and to repeal Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of Article XI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio.

TOWNSHIP OF YORK

44

General Election

B

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

Leslie Fleming

YES

YES

CLYDE-GREEN SPRINGS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

NO

NO

52

For Member of Board of Education (Vote for not more than 2)

Matthew L. Jenne

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Sandusky County

General Election

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November 3, 2015

local governments from regulating the manufacture, sales, distribution and use of marijuana and marijuana products. Create a new state government agency called the marijuana control commission (with limited authority) to regulate the industry, comprised of seven Ohio residents appointed by the Governor, including a physician, a law enforcement officer, an administrative law attorney, a patient advocate, a resident experienced in owning, developing, managing and operating businesses, a resident with experience in the legal marijuana industry, and a member of the public.

Issue Three Grants a monopoly for the commercial production and sale of marijuana for recreational and medicinal purposes Proposed Constitutional Amendment Proposed by Initiative Petition To add Section 12 of Article XV of the Constitution of the State of Ohio. A majority yes vote is necessary for the amendment to pass.

SHALL THE AMENDMENT BE APPROVED?

The proposed amendment would: • Endow exclusive rights for commercial marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction to self-designated landowners who own ten predetermined parcels of land in Butler, Clermont, Franklin, Hamilton, Licking, Lorain, Lucas, Delaware, Stark, and Summit Counties. One additional growth facility may be allowed for in four years only if existing facilities cannot meet consumer demand.

YES NO PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) YORK TOWNSHIP A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

• Permit retail sale of recreational marijuana at approximately 1,100 locations statewide. Such retail establishments must have a state license that may be obtained only if the electors of the precinct where the store will be located approve the use of the location for such purpose at a local option election.

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of York Township for the purpose of fire protection at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Legalize the production of marijuana-infused products, including edible products, concentrates, sprays, ointments and tinctures by marijuana product manufacturing facilities.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy PROPOSED TAX LEVY (RENEWAL) SANDUSKY COUNTY (BOARD OF DD)

• Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to grow, cultivate, use, possess, and share up to eight ounces of usable homegrown marijuana plus four flowering marijuana plants if the person holds a valid state license. Allow each person, 21 years of age or older, to purchase, possess, transport, use, and share up to 1 ounce of marijuana for recreational use. Authorize the use of medical marijuana by any person, regardless of age, who has a certification for a debilitating medical condition.

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of operating expenses of the Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.20 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Prohibit marijuana establishments within 1,000 feet of a house of worship, public library, public or chartered elementary or secondary school, state-licensed day-care center, or public playground, however: after a certain date, a new day-care, library, etc., cannot force a preexisting marijuana establishment to relocate by opening a new location within 1,000 feet of the business.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

• Prohibit any local or state law, including zoning laws, from being applied to prohibit the development or operation of marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facilities, retail marijuana stores, and medical marijuana dispensaries unless the area is zoned exclusively residential as of January 1, 2015 or as of the date that an application for a license is first filed for a marijuana establishment.

PROPOSED TAX LEVY (REPLACEMENT AND INCREASE) SANDUSKY COUNTY (SENIOR CITIZENS) A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. A replacement of 0.5 mill of an existing levy and an increase of 0.5 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Sandusky County for the purpose of the maintenance of senior citizens services and facilities at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.10 for each one hundred dollars in valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2016, first due in calendar year 2017.

• Create a special tax rate limited to 15% on gross revenue of each marijuana growth, cultivation, and extraction facility and marijuana product manufacturing facility and a special tax rate limited to 5% on gross revenue of each retail marijuana store. Revenues from the tax go to a municipal and township government fund, a strong county fund, and the marijuana control commission fund.

For the Tax Levy Against the Tax Levy

•Create a marijuana incubator in Cuyahoga County to promote growth and development of the marijuana industry and locate marijuana testing facilities near colleges and universities in Athens, Cuyahoga, Lorain, Mahoning, Scioto and Wood Counties, at a minimum.

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