Ballot question

Issue 12: Jefferson Village renewal levy for parks and recreation

On the ballot in: Village of Jefferson
Vote: Yes or no
Election: Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of the Village of Jefferson for the purpose of parks and recreational purposes, that the county auditor estimates will collect $55,616 annually, at a rate not exceeding 1 mill for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $23 for each $100,000 of the county auditor’s market value, for 5 years, commencing in 2027, first due in calendar year 2028.

A “Yes” vote means

A yes vote renews a 1-mill, 5-year property tax for Jefferson Village parks and recreation.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal levy.

Sources

Ballot Display – Ashtabula County, 11/3/2026 General Election (sample ballots for every precinct) · Ashtabula County Board of Elections
General Election November 3, 2026 – Candidates Official (revised 9-15-26) · Ashtabula County Board of Elections

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