NorthWest Arkansas Community College millage increase on May 2023 ballot

By the numbers: NWACC is asking to increase the millage by 0.4 for a total of 3 mills. The increase would cost homeowners an additional $8 for every $100,000 of home value annually.

• The millage rate was originally 3 mills when voters first approved it in 1989.
• The millage decreased in 1997 and in 2005 without voter approval because of a state law that automatically reduces an institution's mills when assessed property values rise.

Of note: The $1.8 million is not specifically earmarked for salaries.

What's next: The election will be May 9, 2023.