Banks · Tax measure · Nov 3, 2026
Measure 34-352: Levy to fund dedicated Washington County law enforcement services
Measure 34-352 is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot in Banks. This page summarizes the official documents; every statement links to its source, and we take no position on how you should vote.
The question on your ballot
“Shall City levy $2.50 per assessed $1,000 for five years beginning FY 2027-2028 for law enforcement services? This measure renews current local option taxes.”A YES vote means
A yes vote renews the levy of $2.50 per $1,000 of assessed value for five years to continue the contract with the Washington County Sheriff for full-time local police services.
A NO vote means
A no vote means the city would be without dedicated police services after the current contract ends on June 30, 2027.
The money
The tax is estimated at $250 a year for a home assessed at $100,000.
The levy pays for two full-time deputies who work a combined 80 hours a week in Banks.
The current $2.50 levy has been in place since 2022.
How it got on the ballot
The Banks City Council recommended the measure for the November 3, 2026, ballot.
Read the official documents
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