Summary
Council is asking voters to continue the excess levy that funds police, fire, and parks — about $5.5 million a year for four more years. The rate isn't going up; it's a continuation of what's already in effect. If it fails in May, that funding disappears starting in fiscal 2027.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $5.5 million a year — $20.3 million over four years — for police, fire, and parks, at the same rate voters already pay.
Every resident who relies on city police, fire, and parks services — which is everyone.
Property owners continue paying the same levy rate they already pay; no one faces an increase.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Nov 2, 2026
Council will decide whether to formally endorse the school levy, which funds Kanawha County school operations. The resolution signals the city's position ahead of the levy vote.
City Council - Jan 20, 2026
Council is asking voters to continue the excess levy that funds police, fire, and parks — about $5.5 million a year for four more years. The rate isn't going up; it's a continuation of what's already in effect. If it fails in May, that funding disappears starting in fiscal 2027.
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