DENVER (KDVR) — Voters across one of the largest fire districts in metro Denver have approved a property tax increase to help maintain emergency response levels and fund facility improvements.

According to unofficial election results, just over 56% of voters supported Ballot Issue 7A, which raises property taxes for the South Metro Fire Rescue District beginning Jan. 1. The measure is expected to generate about $50 million annually.

The district covers parts of Douglas, Arapahoe, and Jefferson counties and serves roughly 570,000 residents across 300 square miles. Fire Chief John Curtis called the outcome a historic show of public support.

“For our community to see what we are doing and to support us in this way — we’re calling it historic because it’s our community speaking to South Met

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