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Salem Township fire and EMS levy (renewal)

On the ballot in
Salem Township
Vote
Yes or no
Election
Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Salem Township for the purpose of providing fire & EMS services, that the county auditor estimates will collect $210,500 annually, at a rate not exceeding 3 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $64 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 3-mill, 5-year property tax for fire and EMS services in Salem Township.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal levy.

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