Ballot measures to increase taxes in Uwchlan and East Whiteland townships for the purposes of open space preservation won. Approximately 57% of voters in Uwchlan Township voted for an increase in the earned income tax — raising it from 1% to 1.25% — for securing open space. The new tax will be paid by township residents only, and the township estimates it will raise between $2.5 million and $3 million each year. In East Whiteland Township, 56% of voters voted in favor of adding 0.05% on residents' earned income tax and 0.45 mills on the property tax. The funds will be used for open space preservation, acquiring properties, ensuring wildlife habitat protection and maintaining recreational lands. A referendum in New Garden Township relating to a library tax was voted down by voters.
Source: Chester County; 11/6/2024