PEORIA, Ill. – Voters across Central Illinois weighed in on several local ballot questions during Tuesday’s general election, approving some proposals while rejecting others involving taxes, schools and public services.
Tazewell County School Sales Tax
Voters rejected a proposed one-percent sales tax intended to support school facilities throughout Tazewell County.
According to unofficial results, 27,173 voters opposed the measure, compared to 22,443 in favor.
Morton Park District
Morton voters approved a $4.8 million bond proposal for the Morton Park District.
The measure received 5,866 yes votes compared to 3,380 no votes, securing approximately 63 percent support.
The funding will support improvements to park district facilities and recreational amenities.
Fondulac Public Library District
Voters in the East Peoria area rejected a tax proposal for the Fondulac Public Library District.
Unofficial results show 4,120 votes against the measure, compared to 3,149 in favor.
Peoria Heights Fire Protection
Peoria Heights voters supported an advisory question concerning fire protection services.
The measure received 1,104 yes votes compared to 568 no votes.
Because the question was advisory, the outcome does not automatically require changes to fire protection arrangements.
Limestone Township Fire Protection District
Voters rejected two separate tax proposals involving the Limestone Township Fire Protection District.
A proposed emergency and rescue services tax failed with 2,369 no votes compared to 1,714 yes votes.
A separate question concerning the district’s maximum tax rate was also rejected, with 3,088 votes against and 986 in favor.
All election results remain unofficial until certified by local election authorities.
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