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Issue 19: Florence Township fire and EMS additional levy

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

The question, as printed on the ballot

An additional tax for the benefit of Florence Township for the purpose of providing for fire protection and emergency medical services that the county auditor estimates will collect $179,505 annually, at a rate not exceeding 1.5 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $53 for each $100,000 of the county auditor's market value, for 5 years, commencing in 2026, first due in calendar year 2027.

A “Yes” vote means

A yes vote approves a new 1.5-mill, 5-year property tax for fire protection and emergency medical services in Florence Township.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the additional levy.

Sources

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