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Washington County 911 system levy (renewal)

On the ballot in
Washington County
Vote
Yes or no
Election
Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

A renewal of a tax for the benefit of Washington County for the purpose of the operation of a 911 system, that the county auditor estimates will collect $539,124 annually, at a rate not exceeding 0.35 mill for each $1 of taxable value, which amounts to $12 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 0.35-mill, 5-year county property tax to operate the 911 system, estimated to collect $539,124 a year.

A “No” vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal levy.

On every Washington County ballot. Ballot heading: "Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal) Washington County".

Sources

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