Beavercreek council votes to place 1% municipal income tax on Nov. ballot

The Beavercreek City Council voted May 4 to place a proposed 1% municipal income tax on the Nov. 3, 2026 ballot, approving Resolution 26‑25 after an extended staff presentation and statements from several council members.

Finance Director Graham reviewed the plan, saying the proposed tax would be effective July 1, 2027 if adopted, and that the city’s proposed income tax code would include a 100% credit up to 1% for income already subject to municipal income taxation earned elsewhere; the council added a provision that the credit could be changed only by voter approval. Staff also explained that, if implemented, the income tax would terminate nine identified property tax levies that together account for about $15.2 million and reduce the city portion of property tax collections.

Council members across the chamber expressed support for placing the question before voters. Speakers cited the need to diversify local revenue beyond property taxes, protect services if property tax elimination proceeds at the state level, and provide property tax relief for homeowners. Vice Mayor Upton and others emphasized that many nonresidents work in Beavercreek and would contribute to local services under an income tax.

Council approved the resolution by voice vote after the discussion. Staff said next steps include filing the resolution and related ordinance with the Greene County Board of Elections by the August 5, 2026 deadline and posting informational materials and a tax estimator on the city website.

The council’s action sends the proposed tax to voters; the secretary of state will review ballot language before final certification.