CLEARCREEK TOWNSHIP, Ohio — In Clearcreek Township, a looming decision for residents could impact the future of its police department.

One week from Tuesday, residents will head to the polls for the upcoming election. On the ballot will be a 2.25-mill levy for the police department. It's the first time the department has asked residents to approve a levy in 26 years.

It would bring in an extra $3 million a year for the department. Police Chief John Terrill said it would be enough to keep the existing staff and add a couple of officers.

"We just need a little help to get the staffing where it needs to be," Terrill said.

Of course, passing the levy is easier said than done. That's because the levy would increase property taxes for homeowners to generate the funds needed for the departmen

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