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Issue 6: Erie County mental health and addiction services renewal levy

On the ballot in
Erie County
Vote
Yes or no
Election
Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Erie County for the purpose of the operation of community addiction services providers and community mental health services providers and the acquisition, construction, renovation, financing, maintenance, and operation of alcohol and drug addiction facilities and mental health facilities, that the county auditor estimates will collect $1,555,645 annually, at a rate not exceeding 0.7 mill for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $15 for each $100,000 of the county auditor's market value, for 10 years, commencing in 2027, first due in calendar year 2028.

A “Yes” vote means

A yes vote renews a 0.7-mill, 10-year property tax for community addiction and mental health services providers and facilities in Erie County.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal levy.

Sources

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