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Issue 5: Village of Camden police levy (renewal)

On the ballot in
Village of Camden
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 Camden for the purpose of police operating expenses, that the county auditor estimates will collect $100,990 annually, at a rate not exceeding 6 mills for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $113 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 6-mill, 5-year property tax for Village of Camden police operating expenses, estimated to collect $100,990 a year.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal levy.

On the Camden Village 1 and 2 ballots. Ballot heading: "Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal) Village of Camden".

Sources

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