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Franklin County approves 2026 911 tax rate amid debate over long-term funding options
Summary
The Franklin County Commission approved commission order 2025-239 setting the emergency 911 tax rate for 2026, while commissioners and staff discussed declining landline revenue and options including a per-device surcharge, a sales-tax measure and a tower or user fee.
The Franklin County Commission on a motion approved commission order 2025-239, setting the county's emergency 911 tax rate for 2026 and prompting discussion about longer-term funding as landline-based revenue declines.
County officials and staff told commissioners the 15% landline tax, long used to support 911, is producing steadily smaller receipts as residents move away from traditional landlines. A county staff member who identified themselves as the director said the fund previously brought in about $600,000 a year and is trending lower this year. The director estimated that a $1 monthly surcharge on any device capable of calling 911 could raise roughly $1.6 million to $2.0 million annually for Franklin…
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