LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) -A yes vote on a Henderson ballot question during the general election would have brought in more than 27 million dollars to help, in part, with faster emergency response times.
The Henderson Fire Department has said some areas of town are overwhelmed by emergency call volumes, which have led to delays in response times when people need help most.
Passage would have resulted in a property tax increase of about $70 a year for the average homeowner.
The City of Henderson responded to FOX about the measure being voted down.
“Community safety is a strategic priority for the City. Although Henderson residents did not pass the ballot for a property tax override to support the current and future needs of the Fire Department, Henderson Fire will continue to fulfill its mission to provide exceptional public safety services. HFD is supported through the City’s general fund and will be prepared to meet future needs,” said city officials.
Voters also shot down a ballot question to help libraries. A yes vote would have also increased property taxes.
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