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East Palestine School District 1% income tax

On the ballot in
East Palestine City School District
Vote
Yes or no
Election
Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. Shall an annual income tax of 1 per cent on the earned income of individuals residing in the school district be imposed by East Palestine School District, for a continuing period of time, beginning January 1, 2027, for the purpose of current expenses?

A “Yes” vote means

A yes vote imposes a continuing 1% tax on the earned income of school district residents, starting January 1, 2027, for East Palestine schools' current expenses.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the income tax.

Sources

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