Why schools and homeowners are frustrated by Ohio's property tax bills

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio lawmakers say they are trying to provide property tax relief by passing several targeted bills, but some homeowners say it's not enough, while public schools say it comes at their expense.

One of the main debates at the Ohio Statehouse this year has revolved around how to fix and reduce the skyrocketing property tax burdens.

“People are suffering, they're losing their homes,” Lakewood resident Beth Blackmarr said.

But the legislature has to remember they need to support public schools, Parma Schools Superintendent Dr. Scott J. Hunt said.

“We continue to need operating dollars,” Hunt said.

Lawmakers passed four bills that Republicans say deal with the first issue, providing help for taxpayers.

"These are very, very important reform bills that are really the most