Great Parks of Hamilton County Funding — 2025 Ballot Measure
Tracker entry and action guide
Summary
A ballot measure in the Cincinnati region to raise $24 million annually for parks and conservation.
What's Happening
Election Day — On November 4, 2025, voters in Hamilton County will decide on a 10-year tax levy for Great Parks of Hamilton County.
Big Impact — The levy would generate approximately $24 million per year for the county’s 22 parks and 17 conservation areas, covering more than 18,000 acres of open space.
Victory for Great Parks!! — On November 4, 2025, Hamilton County voters approved the parks ballot measure with 75% of the vote.
Why It Matters
Long-Term Conservation — The levy would raise around $24 million annually for park operations, land conservation, and habitat restoration.
Public Access — The levy also funds trails, facilities, and recreation opportunities that connect local communities with nature.
No New Taxes — The levy is a renewal of an existing funding stream, not a new tax. Without the levy, Great Parks would lose its core funding source.
