At-Large Council Member· 2026-01-01–2027-12-31 (current term from January 1, 2026; first office unsourced. Ohio Revised Code § 731.03(A) (text read at codes.ohio.gov): council members serve two-year terms commencing on the first day of January next after the odd-year election, so the term ends December 31, 2027; roster per city council page (2026-2027).)
Alayna Hoop
Lancaster
About
Alayna Hoop's campaign is centered around conservative principles and a commitment to fiscal responsibility in local government management.
Campaign promises (1)
- taxesAlayna Hoop campaigned on conservative values and fiscal responsibility.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 8
- Total speaking time
- 11:16
- Avg per meeting
- 1:25
- Segments
- 147
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Top issues during term (10)(Taxes Budget)
Early payoff of 2012 water bonds
Saves ratepayers at least $108,000 in interest on $1.8 million in outstanding bonds.
NOPEC municipal electricity agreement
Electric costs for city buildings will rise from below-market 2022-era rates to a newly bid market rate.
New full-time tax auditor position
Adds a full-time salary to the city income tax fund budget.
County tax rate acceptance
Rates unchanged; collection estimates rose slightly per the county auditor.
City Hall renovation financing
Up to $6.4 million in short-term notes, expected to be reduced to about $5.8 million.
Proposed Department of Public Works Consolidation
Expected efficiency and cost savings; figures not yet provided.
Public Works department reorganization pay changes
Pay adjustments reflect expanded duties for existing positions rather than new headcount.
National Opioid Settlement Participation
The city stands to receive settlement funds, though the amount was not stated.
Rising fuel costs squeezing city budgets
Up to 87% higher fuel line-item spending across departments with vehicles.
Sanitation truck replacement after February crash
Ends $8,900/month rental costs; insurance coverage still being negotiated.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Hoop was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Taxes Budget.
Voting record (0)(Taxes Budget)
No votes found matching Taxes Budget.