About the Levies
Hamilton County voters last approved 10-year levies in 2016 and 2021 to support day-to-day operations and capital improvements across the park district.
The 2016 1-Mill Levy
This levy generates approximately $2.58 million per year for capital projects. Outside funding through our recreational revenue streams, Motor Vehicle Permit sales, State and Federal grants, and philanthropic support through private donations offset the gap in funding.
In November 2025, Hamilton County voters renewed the 1-mill levy for another 10-year term. Renewing the levy does not increase taxes and continues the current level of support for Great Parks' 23 parks and conservation areas across more than 18,000 acres.
The 2021 0.95-Mill Levy
This levy funds approximately 76% of critical infrastructure needs ($76 million) and approximately 56% of the planned park improvements ($69 million) identified through Great Parks' Comprehensive Master Plan. In 2021, the costs identified for critical infrastructure needs were $101 million, and planned park improvements totaled $124 million. Outside funding through recreational revenue streams, Motor Vehicle Permit sales, State and Federal grants and philanthropic support, including the GO BIG $50 million capital campaign, helps offset the funding gap.
