The City of Stayton is planning a community meeting for mid-December to learn why voters largely rejected a recent pool and parks levy, and whether or not a follow-up levy is viable.
During the Nov. 4 election, Measure 24-515 received 57.18% voter opposition, according to the latest results published by Marion County. Voter turnout was 29.26%.
The levy would have raised $4.8 million over five years through a property tax of $1.10 per $1,000 of assessed value.
This would replace an existing levy of $0.50 per $1,000 that expires in June of 2026. Voters passed this levy in 2021 with 71.21% approval.
City Manager Julia Hajduk said the council wants to hold a stakeholder meeting in the coming weeks to gather feedback before deciding next steps. Officials hope to hear from local residents, community partners and pool and parks users, said Hajduk.
“The goal of that discussion is to help inform the City Council on potential options moving forward, including whether to place another levy on a future ballot,” she said.
