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Elk Township general operating expenses levy (renewal)

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

The question, as printed on the ballot

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Elk Township for the purpose of general operating expenses, that the county auditor estimates will collect $16,815 annually, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $200 for each $100,000 of the county auditor's market value, for 5 years, commencing in 2027, first due in calendar year 2028.

A “Yes” vote means

A yes vote renews a 2-mill, 5-year property tax for Elk Township operating expenses, estimated to collect $16,815 a year.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal levy.

On the Elk precinct ballots. Ballot heading: "Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal) Elk Township".

Sources

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