Ballot question

Middlesex County: 1% sales tax for school construction

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

The question, as printed on the ballot

Should Middlesex County add a 1% general retail sales tax on purchases to provide revenue solely for the construction or major renovation of Middlesex County Public Schools in Middlesex County?

A “Yes” vote means

A yes vote authorizes Middlesex County to add a 1% sales tax, with the revenue used only to build or majorly renovate Middlesex County Public Schools.

A “No” vote means

A no vote does not authorize the additional 1% sales tax for school construction and renovation.

Printed on the ballot under the heading "Local Sales Tax". The question as printed gives no expiration date.

Sources

Proposed constitutional amendments and local referendums, November 3, 2026: Middlesex County · Virginia Department of Elections
What Is on My Ballot? Sample ballots, November 3, 2026 General and Special Elections (countywide and Town of Urbanna) · Middlesex County Electoral Board

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