Knox County voters are set to address several issues, including fire protection property tax and a bond issue, in the upcoming May 6 Special/Primary Election. Early voting is scheduled to begin on April 8.
According to the Knox County Board of Elections website, all registered voters will consider whether to authorize the State of Ohio to issue bonds for financing public infrastructure capital improvements for local governments. These projects would be restricted to roads and bridges, wastewater treatment systems, water supply systems, solid waste disposal facilities, stormwater and sanitary collection, storage, and treatment facilities. The total obligations would be capped at $2.5 billion over ten years.
The issues list indicates that Clinton Township is seeking voter approval for a property tax renewal of one mill for five years. This renewal aims to provide and maintain fire apparatus, mechanical resuscitators, underwater rescue and recovery equipment, or other fire equipment and appliances, buildings, and sites. It may also include water supply materials, fire alarm communications, and payments for firefighting companies—whether permanent, part-time, or volunteer—and could cover ambulance equipment.
Additionally, the Central Ohio Joint Fire District is proposing a property tax replacement of 5.925 mills for four years dedicated to fire and ambulance service equipment. Meanwhile, the Utica Fire District seeks voter approval for an additional property tax of 4.5 mills over five years intended for fire and emergency medical services.
The issues list also includes a request from the Loudonville-Perrysville Exempted Village School District seeking approval for a bond issue. Furthermore, the North Fork School District has proposed an income tax renewal of 1% for three years starting January 1, 2029, aimed at covering current operating expenses.
