#toledo

Voters rejected a temporary income tax increase, forcing Toledo city leaders to consider significant budget cuts. The worst-case scenario includes approximately 73 layoffs, with a substantial portion affecting police and fire departments. Other potential reductions involve ending curbside recycling and closing city pools. City Council will review the proposed 2027 budget before making final decisions. These measures are necessary to balance the city's finances.

Toledo, OH

https://www.13abc.com/2026/11/05/toledos-worst-case-budget-plan-includes-about-73-layoffs-after-issue-16-fails/

Toledo firefighters may face layoffs if a proposed safety levy does not pass in the upcoming election. Union president Joe Cira informed members of the potential job losses. The levy, Issue 16, aims to fund emergency services through a temporary income tax. If the levy fails, the Toledo Fire and Rescue Department could be forced to reduce its staff. This could impact response times and the department's ability to train new recruits.

Toledo, OH

https://www.13abc.com/2026/10/28/toledo-firefighters-could-face-layoffs-if-safety-levy-fails/

More than 100 employees at the Toledo Blade will lose their jobs by the end of the year. The newspaper's final publication date is set for December 31, 2026. A WARN letter filed on October 23rd details the permanent layoffs. Employees will have no bumping or reemployment rights following the closure. The Blade has been a community fixture for nearly 200 years.

Toledo, OH

https://www.13abc.com/2026/10/23/toledo-blade-slated-end-publication-end-year-more-than-100-employee-layoffs-expected/

Michigan Sugar Company is reducing its Toledo workforce. The company's east Toledo facility will now operate solely as a warehouse. This change follows storm-related structural damage and ongoing operational difficulties. Seven employees were notified of their position eliminations. The company plans to invest in other facilities for production.

Toledo, Ohio

https://www.wtol.com/article/money/business/michigan-sugar-company-announces-layoffs-at-toledo-production-facility/512-6774b555-c255-4370-bfde-da095f1bafb4

Looks like Toledo Refinery is being prepared for layoffs. A number between 20-30 has been suggested. Some individuals have already left although voluntarily. Any idea what groups will be targeted?

Toledo is laying off today, first thing this morning it was happening.