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Ambulance District Levy 2024
Thank you for taking the time to learn about Canyon County Paramedics and the levy you will see on the May 2024 ballot. The purpose of this page is to provide an un-biased objective statement explaining the purpose and effect of the ballot measure. No statements herein are intended, nor should they be construed to be advocacy either for, or against, the levy override ballot initiative.
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Canyon County Ambulance District was formed on December 30th, 1977 in order to provide for ambulance service throughout the entire county. The Ambulance District is funded separately from cities, fire districts, and the County. Property taxes account for approximately 30% of the needed funding for the Ambulance District’s annual budget. Canyon County Paramedics has not requested a levy override or bond measure to support the delivery of Emergency Medical Services within the last 23 years.
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The Canyon County Ambulance District Board is proposing a $5.825-million-dollar levy override. This levy override would increase property taxes in Canyon County by $14.96 per $100,000 of assessed value.
The proposed levy override will fund:
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Rebuilding of Station 41 in South Nampa
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Construction of Station 55 in South Caldwell
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Addition of one ambulance to the system (to include vehicles, equipment and supplies to make them operational)
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7 additional Paramedics with improved competitive wages
In addition to the above needs, the levy will allow the Ambulance District to add stations, ambulances, equipment, and staff to meet the projected growth in 7 to 10 years’ time, not just today’s needs.
The proposed levy override will reduce response times by adding additional ambulances to the system, and provides the funding for the continued delivery of long-term solutions for Emergency Medical Services throughout Canyon County.
The levy override will appear on the November 5th ballot. The measure requires two-thirds majority approval from voters.
Property Tax Calculator
Enter your home’s assessed value, select whether or not you have the homeowner’s exemption, and see what you will pay annually with the proposed levy rate.
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Canyon County Data Hub
Property owners often grapple with the impact of fluctuating assessed values on their property tax obligations. This comprehensive report provides historical data on both property values and taxes, dispelling the notion that a steep increase in assessed value automatically translates into a substantial rise in property taxes. Furthermore, the report outlines how each taxing district benefits from the overall property tax revenue generated.
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Legal Information
I.C. § 34-914 Statement: The District currently levies a tax of $10.15 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year. The estimated annual cost to the taxpayer of the proposed levy is a tax of $25.10 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current valuations. Thus, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $14.96 per year. The proposed increase will be permanent.