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Village of Shawnee cemeteries renewal levy

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

The question, as printed on the ballot

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of the Village of Shawnee for the purpose of maintaining and operating cemeteries, that the county auditor estimates will collect $14,193 annually, at a rate not exceeding 2 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $51 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 renews a 2-mill, 5-year property tax (about $14,193 a year) to maintain and operate the Village of Shawnee's cemeteries.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal levy.

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