There is no official word yet if this was a coordinated effort statewide, however calls to union President, Michael Coleman have not been returned.

You can see all the coverage at the links below.

• http://www.toledonewsnow.com/story/19989898/men-in-vehicle-registered-to-union-charged-stealing-campaign-signs
• http://www.theblaze.com/stories/4-ohio-men-arrested-after-stolen-romney-campaign-signs-found-in-union-owned-truck/
• http://www.cleveland.com/metro/index.ssf/2012/11/4_sheet_metal_works_union_loca.html
• http://thurbersthoughts.blogspot.com/2012/11/union-officers-members-charged-with.html
• http://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2012/11/breaking-ohio-union-leaders-busted-for-stealing-romney-ryan-signs/
• http://www.ohiolibertycoalition.org/four-ohio-men-busted-stealing-romney-signs-in-a-union-owned-truck/
• http://ohio.mediatrackers.org/2012/11/02/toledo-union-members-caught-with-a-truckload-of-stolen-romney-signs/
• http://thepacoalition.com/uncategorized/union-thugs-taking-romney-signs/
• http://www.usmessageboard.com/current-events/259368-breaking-toledo-union-leaders-busted-stealing-romney-ryan-signs.html
• http://www.stripersonline.com/t/869927/character

Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition, a political action committee, will be providing the materials free of charge so taxpayers are given equal access to information from both sides of the debate.

All 16 libraries in Lucas County will have ‘Vote No’ materials for residents to pick up, and individuals can also learn more about the reasoning behind the campaign by visiting the News section of the NWOCC website at www.NWOhioCC.com.

Said NWOCC Board member, John McAvoy, “Now is not the time to raise taxes. Many in our community are suffering, out of work or under-employed, and just can’t afford to pay any more for non-essential services”.

To pick up materials, please go to the front desk of any Lucas County Library, or the NWOCC Office in Perrysburg, or our upcoming rallies.

To learn more about the Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition, please visit www.NWOhioCC.com, follow us on Twitter @NWOPatriots, or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nwohiopatriotcoalition.

These levies represent $45.3 million in new taxation, and all together are taking $54.6 million out of the economy and shunting it to government.

“We’ve supported levies in the past when the board has provided performance audits, and when the financial data says they are being good stewards of our tax dollars”, said NWOCC board member John McAvoy. “Our opposition to the new taxation does not mean we oppose the organizations or entities making the requests, but that we oppose their decision to seek new or additional income at this time, given the state of the economy”.

In breaking down the details of the levies, the NWOCC found the following:

• Issue 5 – Toledo Parks and Recreation is asking for a new 10 year levy generating approximately $3 million per year

• Issue 20 – Toledo Public Schools is seeking a new 4.9 mill, 10-year levy on top of the 64.39 mills they already collect. They declined to do a performance audit before asking for new funds. TPS also has an $11.22 million carryover.

• Issue 21 – Toledo MetroParks is asking to replace their .3 mill land acquisition levy with a new .9 mill operating levy.

• Issue 23 – The Toledo Lucas County library is asking for a 5 year, 45% increase

• Issue 24 – Mental Health & Recovery Services is asking for a 10 year, 67% increase

• Issue 25 – Children Services Board is asking for a 10 year, 85% increase

• Issue 26 – Imagination Station is asking for a 5 year property tax levy generating $1.3 million. The NWOCC opposes the renewal levy for Imagination Station on the principle that private entities should be self-sufficient and not funded through property taxes.

The NWOCC agrees with elected township officials who have also opposed these levies, and also feels these levies are not so important that a family should lose their home if they cannot afford to pay the additional property taxes.

The NWOCC urges votes to carefully consider their vote on these 7 levies. These taxes will be an unfair burden on the lower and middle class in Lucas County, adding an additional $390 annually to the tax bill of a property valued $100,000. Moreover, these taxes are not for essential services such as roads or police and fire protection, but for parks, recreation and quality of life.

“Now is not the time to raise taxes, especially by those percentages”, said McAvoy. “Many in our community are suffering, out of work or under-employed and just can’t afford to pay anymore for non-essential services”.

To learn more about the NWOCC position on theses levies, or to pick up materials, please go to the front desk of any Lucas County Library, or the NWOCC Office in Perrysburg, or our upcoming rallies.

To learn more about the Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition, please visit www.NWOhioCC.com, follow us on Twitter @NWOPatriots, or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nwohiopatriotcoalition.

Individuals are encouraged to stop by and pick up a yard sign to supporting their favorite candidates. Romney/Ryan, Josh Mandel as well as most Lucas and Wood County candidates signs will be available for free. Support a local business by enjoying lunch at Dino’s Diner, and then pick up a yard sign on the way out.

Catch a great interview with our own Sue Larimer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LESbpxZNpiY

“Our last two events have been absolutely packed with people of all ages”, said Marketing Coordinator, Liz Cope. “We expect this event to be even more so, and are looking forward to an intense debate and interactive crowd”.

Individuals who are interested in attending should RSVP via the link below:

http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4523678444. For more information about this event, please email nwohioconservativecoalition@gmail.com.

To learn more about the Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition, please visit www.nwohiocc.com, follow us on Twitter @NWOPatriots or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nwohiopatriotcoalition.

“Over 100 people attended our event last week and we look forward to another great crowd this week”, said board member Linda Bowyer. “Watching Paul Ryan debate Joe Biden will show the huge contrast between the current administration’s capabilities and what Romney/Ryan can deliver”.

Individuals who are interested in attending should RSVP via the link below:

http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4522440742. For more information about this event, please email nwohioconservativecoalition@gmail.com.

To learn more about the Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition, please visit www.nwohiocc.com, follow us on Twitter @NWOPatriots or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nwohiopatriotcoalition

Please take a look at the first articles in the series – click here for our post, authored by Scott Allegrini and Liz Cope.

The Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition is excited to announce the first of several debate focused events in a countdown to the 2012 Presidential election. On Wednesday, October 3, the NWOCC will host a ‘Debate Watching Party’ from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The event will be held at Design Entertainment, 7015 Lighthouse Way, Ste. 300 south of Levis Commons in Perrysburg.

 “We really want people to be engaged in this election”, said Assistant Treasurer, Linda Bowyer. “We’re excited to host an event where people can watch the first debate between Romney and Obama, and also get on the schedule of volunteers for both before and on election day”.

Individuals who are interested in attending should RSVP via the link below:

http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4470180430

For more information about this event, please email nwohioconservativecoalition@gmail.com.

To learn more about the Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition, please visit www.nwohiocc.com, follow us on Twitter @NWOPatriots or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nwohiopatriotcoalition