Police and Fire Levy Renewal Will Be on November Ballot

Westlake residents will see a renewal levy to generate funds for police and fire services on the Nov. 8 general election ballot.

The five-year levy will generate over $1 million annually for police and fire operations, including salaries.

“It does provide salary for our police and fire,” said Council President Michael Killeen. “It would create a number of issues if this didn’t pass.”

Killeen stressed that this levy is a renewal, not a tax increase.

Voters have cast their ballots in favor of the levy since 1966. The issue will need a majority vote to go into effect.

“It’s important to maintain our level of service in police and fire,” said Mayor Dennis Clough. “I would recommend that voters consider its renewal.”