Leyden FPD Referendum Informational Open House
Leyden Fire Protection District 2026 Bond Referendum
EARLY VOTING - GOING ON NOW
The district has identified a need for additional funds to address the growing fire, and ambulance demands of the community.
Voters will be asked whether or not they approve the district issuing up to $3 million in General Obligation Bonds to invest in necessary equipment, vehicle and station upgrades, and retire existing obligations.
REFERENDUM WILL PROVIDE NEEDED REVENUE
The District’s low tax rate - coupled with population growth and aging equipment - has left it in need of additional revenue to ensure the future needs of the community are met.
Many of the District’s vehicles and equipment will require replacement to ensure the safety of staff and community members.
Calls for EMS service have increased by 20% over the last 3 years, and funding has not kept up with the demand for service.
The District is primarily funded through property taxes and does not receive funding through county, village and township budgets. Because of this, the District is asking voters to consider the issuance of General Obligation Bonds.
YOU ARE PROTECTED BY THE Leyden FIRE DISTRICT
The Leyden Fire Protection District protects more than 18,000 residents in a 2.5 square-mile area in Cook County This includes:
• The unincorporated areas of Melrose Park, Northlake and Franklin Park.
BE INFORMED
EARLY VOTING
March 2, 2026 – March 16, 2026
MAIL-IN BALLOT
February 5, 2026 – March 17, 2026
ELECTION DAY
March 17, 2026 | 6 A.M. TO 7 P.M.
IF THE BOND REFERENDUM IS APPROVED
If the referendum is passed, the District will be able to secure capital for necessary investments through the issuance of General Obligation Bonds, which will:
Retire existing obligations to further maximize taxpayer
resources and free up operating budget to fund staff hiring, training and retention.
Purchase new vehicles and equipment when replacement is necessary.
Fund Fire station and provide necessary improvements to an aging structure..
10 YEAR PROPERTY TAX IMPACT
ANTICIPATED TO BEGIN WITH 2023 TAX PAYMENTS
Property Value
ESTIMATED TAX INCREASE PER MONTH
$100,000/$3.87
$300,000/$11.61
CALLS FOR SERVICE & STAFFING LEVELS
Event Links
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3475527-0
