Yamhill County Voters Said No
On May 19, 2026, voters delivered a clear post-election message: taxpayers are tired of being asked to fund every government shortfall with another tax, fee, or levy. Results listed are as of May 20, 2026.
Newberg School Levy Rejected
Measure 36-239 was the Newberg-Dundee School District local option levy. Voters rejected the proposal and sent a clear message that school districts must prioritize spending, address declining enrollment realities, and demonstrate fiscal discipline before asking taxpayers for more.
7,613 NO votes to 5,613 YES votes
Measure Facts
- Five-year local option levy
- $1.20 per $1,000 assessed value
- Example used in the voters’ pamphlet opposition argument: about $400/year on a $330,000 home
Post-election takeaway:
Voters were not convinced that higher property taxes were the answer. The result shows strong taxpayer concern over affordability, spending priorities, and whether government entities are doing enough with existing resources before asking families to pay more.
Measure 120 Overwhelmingly Defeated
Measure 120 was a statewide referendum measure tied to transportation-related taxes and fees. In Yamhill County, voters rejected it by an overwhelming margin, showing broad opposition to higher costs on fuel, vehicle ownership, and payroll-related transportation funding.
31,166 NO votes out of 36,252 votes cast
Measure Facts
- Would have increased the state fuel tax
- Would have increased certain vehicle registration fees and title fees
- Would have temporarily increased the payroll tax used for public transportation
Post-election takeaway:
Yamhill County voters sent a landslide message against transportation-related tax and fee increases. Families, farmers, commuters, tradespeople, and small businesses are already feeling the pressure of rising costs, and voters made it clear they do not want government adding more.