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Issue 23: Oxford Township (excluding the Village of Newcomerstown) fire renewal levy

On the ballot in
Oxford Township (outside the Village of Newcomerstown)
Vote
Yes or no
Election
Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Oxford Township (excluding the Village of Newcomerstown) for the purpose of fire protection, that the county auditor estimates will collect $48,357 annually, at a rate not exceeding 0.85 mill for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $21 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 0.85-mill, 5-year property tax (about $48,357 a year) for fire protection in Oxford Township outside Newcomerstown.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal levy.

Sources

The question and plain English statement are copied word for word from official election materials. The Gist does not take a side on ballot questions.