Ballot question

Issue 4: Berkshire Local School District income tax

On the ballot in: Berkshire Local School District
Vote: Yes or no
Election: Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

Shall an annual income tax of 0.5% on the earned income of individuals residing in the school district be imposed by Berkshire Local 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 0.5% tax on the earned income of school district residents, starting January 1, 2027, for current expenses.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the school district income tax.

Sources

Ballot Display – Geauga County, 11/3/2026 General Election (sample ballots for every precinct) · Geauga County Board of Elections
November 3, 2026 General Election Certified Issues List (8/17/2026) · Geauga County Board of Elections

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