Proposition EMS
Vote on April 7, 2026
What Will Be On Your Ballot?
Shall North Jefferson County Ambulance District impose a sales tax of an additional one-half (1/2) percent for the purpose of providing revenues for the operation of the North Jefferson County Ambulance District and the total property tax levy on properties in the North Jefferson County Ambulance District shall be reduced annually by an amount which reduces property tax revenues by an amount equal to fifty percent of the previous year's revenue collected from this sales tax?
Cast Your Vote On April 7, 2026
The North Jefferson County Ambulance District is committed to delivering rapid and reliable emergency response services. When you need emergency services, you deserve the benefit of experienced and highly trained Emergency Services Personnel answering the call, equipped with the latest tools and an uncompromising dedication to serving you and your community.
What Does Proposition EMS Do?
If approved, Proposition EMS allows the district to create alternative funding that:
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Reduces property taxes for residents
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Shares the cost of EMS services with residents and non-residents alike
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Strengthens long-term financial stability
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Maintains advanced emergency medical services
What Changes If Proposition EMS Passes?
If passed, Proposition EMS will enable the North Jefferson County Ambulance District to:
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Soft Billing for Residents; Insurance payments are accepted as payment in full, meaning residents will not be billed after insurance
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Replace outdated equipment
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Maintain essential multi-agency emergency training programs for: school shootings, large-scale disasters, and mass-casualty incidents
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A third ambulance staffed with paramedics available up to 24 hours per day
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Implementation of a Mobile Integrated Health Program offering in-home medical visits
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Ensure advanced life support care meets national best practices
The North Jefferson County Ambulance District does not advocate for the passage or the failure of any proposition on the ballot.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Is NJCAD Funded Now?
NJCAD is currently funded by:
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32% Property Tax
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47% Sales Tax
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21% User Fees
Proposition EMS would shift funding to:
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~7% Property Tax
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~76% Sales Tax
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~17% User Fees
This shift reduces reliance on property taxes while spreading costs across residents, visitors, and those traveling through the district.
What Will Residents Save If Proposition EMS Passes?
A home assessed at $41,000 currently pays approximately $233.62 in NJCAD property taxes. If Proposition EMS passes, that amount would drop to approximately $155.80.
Providing an annual savings of approximately: $77.82 per household.
What Changes With Proposition EMS?
NJCAD is required by law to roll back property taxes by half of the prior year’s sales tax collected. As a result, local property taxes would drop significantly. This shift would result in approximately 7% of the district’s budget coming from property taxes, 76% from sales tax, and 17% from the User Fee.
How Does Sales Tax Differ From Property Tax?
While district residents pay property taxes only through home ownership, rent or vehicle ownership, everyone who makes a taxable purchase in North Jefferson County pays sales tax, including visitors.
No sales tax applies to common necessities, such as:
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Gas
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Essential Qualifying Groceries
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Utilities
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Medication
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Agricultural products
Calculate Your Proposition EMS Tax Savings
The calculator on the right lets you see how Proposition EMS could affect your property taxes based on your home’s assessed valuation. Just enter your home’s assessed value, and the results will update automatically.
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Enter Your Home’s Assessed Valuation:
Enter the assessed value of your home (used to calculate property taxes).-
For example: Using $41,000
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See Your Current Property Tax:
The calculator multiplies your assessed value by the current NJCAD tax rate (0.005698) to show what you pay now.-
Example calculation: $41,000 × 0.005698 = $233.62
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See Your Tax With Proposition EMS:
It calculates your property tax if Proposition EMS is approved using the rate (0.0038).-
Example calculation: $41,000 × 0.0038 = $155.80
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Check Your Annual Savings:
Your annual savings are the difference between your current tax and the EMS tax.-
Example calculation: $233.62 − $155.80 = $77.82
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Compare to Non-Essential Spending:
To put your savings in perspective, the calculator shows how much you would need to spend on non-essential purchases in the district to exceed your savings.-
Example calculation: $77.82 ÷ 0.005 = $15,564
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How the Calculator Works
Proposition EMS & Fire Additional Links
Learn how Proposition EMS and Fire can save you money in North Jefferson County & High Ridge Fire District. Access step-by-step guides for Jefferson County home valuations, Missouri tax exemptions, essential items, and additional savings if both measures pass.
Additional Links:
Jefferson County Personal Property Valuations: Visit Link
Step-by-Step Assessed Valuation Instructions: Download
Missouri Essential Items List & Explanations: Download
Proposition Fire Additional Information: Visit Link
Equipping EMS to Protect Our Community
Proposition EMS will ensure that the North Jefferson County Ambulance District is properly equipped with the latest lifesaving technology and training that will allow us to effectively serve our community. As emergency calls rise, this investment ensures faster response times, top-of-the-line equipment, and dependable service and care when you need it the most.
Have Questions About Proposition EMS?
We’re here to provide information and answer any questions you may have about Proposition EMS and how it impacts you.