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Racine Village operating expense levy (additional)

On the ballot in
Village of Racine
Vote
Yes or no
Election
Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

An additional tax for the benefit of Racine Village for the purpose of additional expense operating levy, that the county auditor estimates will collect $33,112 annually, at a rate not exceeding 3 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $105 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 an additional 3-mill, 5-year property tax for Racine Village operating expenses, estimated to collect $33,112 a year.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the additional levy.

On the Racine Village ballot. Ballot heading: "Proposed Tax Levy (Additional) Racine Village". It is not listed on the board's 46-day notice but is on the sample ballot and the Secretary of State's list of certified issues.

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