<p>Ohio's cities are experiencing renewed interest as more individuals and families return. This increased interest, while welcome, has brought about rapid increases in the cost of living. In Cincinnati between 2013 and 2014 average rent went up 3.4%. These increases come as Ohio's minimum wage remains at $8.10. We believe this is not an adequate wage for our growing cities.</p><p>Attorney General Mike DeWine recently released an opinion stating that cities cannot raise their own minimum wage. We respectfully disagree and ask that the Ohio General Assembly make it clear that Ohio's cities have the economic liberty to do so by passing a resolution clearly stating this. It will be an important step in ensuring that our cities' working families do not get lost in this demographic shift.</p>
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