McLean County Fire District Seeks Tax Increase to Avoid Staffing Cuts
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What happened
The Dale Township Fire Protection District in McLean County is asking voters to approve three ballot questions designed to raise revenue. According to the fire chief, passing all three questions would increase taxes by approximately $133 for a $100,000 valuation. The district covers 36.4 square miles in rural southwestern McLean County.
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Why it matters
The tax increase is intended to address the district's rising operational costs. The fire chief stated that if the ballot questions do not pass, the department would be forced to cut working hours to maintain equipment and services.
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Who's involved
- McLean CountyThe county where the fire district operates and where the ballot questions are being held.
- ShirleyA town located near the area covered by the fire district's jurisdiction.
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The entities involved
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Shirley
town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
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McLean County
county in Kentucky, United States
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