Lucas County: No New Israel Bonds
Lucas County currently holds a $5,000,000 Israel bond, the only foreign government bond in the county’s investment portfolio. That bond is set to mature in December 2026.
The bond has received multiple credit rating downgrades and the Treasurer’s advisory board has recommended not reinvesting when the bond matures.
Now is the time for residents to speak up and ensure public funds are managed responsibly and in alignment with community priorities.
Take action today: Contact the Lucas County Treasurer and ask her not to reinvest the Israel bond.
Call Script
Hello, my name is [Name], and I’m a Lucas County resident.
I’m calling to ask Treasurer Webb to formally commit now to not reinvest the Israel bond when it matures in December 2026.
I understand that investment decisions require planning and evaluation. But that is exactly why this commitment must be made in advance. If the county intends not to reinvest, preparation should already be happening. Waiting until November or until the bond matures creates unnecessary uncertainty around a $5 million public investment.
The advisory board has already recommended not reinvesting, and the bond has received multiple credit rating downgrades.
Please record my request that the Treasurer publicly commit now to allowing the bond to mature without reinvestment.
Can you confirm this message will be shared directly with her?
Thank you.
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Subject: No New Israel Bonds
Dear Treasurer Webb,
I am reaching out as a Lucas county resident to reiterate that I do not want county funds invested in Israel bonds. Our community is relieved to know that current county investments will not be reinvested at maturation. As a constituent, I am demanding ongoing attention to this issue and assurance that Israel bonds are not purchased in the future. Over the past several months, the masses of the community have continued to demand not investing in these bonds not only due to ethical concerns but due to the reality that investing in Israel bonds is not fiscally responsible.
Israel bonds have received multiple credit rating downgrades and showcase an unstable and uncertain outlook. Residents deserve clarity about how public funds will be managed moving forward. I urge you to prioritize investment strategies that both follow Ohio law and reflect the needs and priorities of the community you serve.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[City/ZIP]
[Phone]
Upcoming Lucas County Investment Advisory Commitee Meetings
Join us to pack the room and demand formal commitment to not invest. Here is the schedule of upcoming meetings:
Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11am
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11am
Friday, August 21, 2026 at 11am
Friday, November 20, 2026 at 11am
Meetings are held at:
One Government Center, 1st Floor
Toledo, OH 43604
