Local –
Columbus City Council Passes Rental Registry, Property Inspection Legislation
This past Monday, April 20, Columbus City Council passed an ordinance that will create a rental registry with property inspection requirements.
Columbus REALTORS® successfully advocated for concession, protecting consumers and membership
Columbus City Council Considers Updates to Short-Term Rentals
This week, Columbus City Council held a public hearing to consider making changes to the Short-Term Rental requirements.
This is still in the preliminary stages and staff is monitoring.
If you would like more information or learn how you can be a part of the conversations, contact Government Affairs Director Vincent Coleman (vincent@columbusrealtors.com) or Government Affairs Manager Juliana Behnke (juliana@columbusrealtors.com).
State –
Ohio REALTORS® to hold a Candidate Training Academy
Interested in running for office, but don’t know where to start? Register for Ohio REALTORS® Candidate Training Academy.
Held at OR® HQ (200 E. Town St., Columbus, Ohio 43215) on Thursday, May 14.
Whether you are seriously considering a run for office or simply want to better understand the campaign process, this program provides practical insights and real-world advice from those who have done it.
IMPORTANT MAY 2026 PRIMARY ELECTION INFO
CORPAC-supported candidates for the May 2026 primary include:
Union County:
Andrea Weaver (Republican Incumbent), Union County Auditor
Shaun Bailey (Republican Candidate), Union County Commissioner
Franklin County:
Michael Stinzianio (Democrat Incumbent), Franklin County Auditor
**To view your sample ballot visit the Ohio Secretary of State’s website. Once you click on your county, you’ll need enter your name then select your sample ballot to see the issues and candidates you can vote on this election.
