01/21/2026
The Woodward County Board of County Commissioners would like to invite the public to attend upcoming Woodward County CAPS Town Hall Meetings and learn more about the County Area Projects (CAPS) proposal that will appear on the February 10, 2026 special election ballot.
CAPS is not a new tax and does not increase the sales tax rate. Instead, it repurposes 4/10 of 1 cent of the existing county sales tax that is already being collected. For every $100 spent in Woodward County, this equals 40 cents, and that amount does not change.
If approved by voters, CAPS allows existing sales tax revenue to be used for countywide priorities such as matching funds for state and federal grants, road and bridge improvements, water, sewer, and electrical upgrades, fire and EMS service support, support for jail maintenance and operations, and economic development projects that benefit the county as a whole. All CAPS revenues are subject to annual budgeting, annual audits, and public reporting, ensuring transparency and accountability.
The CAPS process is designed to be citizen-driven. Project ideas may be submitted by county departments, fire and EMS services, rural water districts, incorporated towns, community organizations, or individual citizens. A Citizens Advisory Board, made up of residents from all three county districts and one County Commissioner, will review project proposals and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. Final approval remains with the Board as required by state law, but public input and oversight are a key part of the process.
To provide information and answer questions, the Board will host the following CAPS Town Hall Meetings, all beginning at 6:30 PM:
• January 28 – Mooreland High School Gym
• January 29 – Fort Supply High School Gym
• February 5 – Woodward County Event Center
These meetings are open to the public, and we encourage residents from across the county to attend, ask questions, and share their thoughts.
The CAPS question will be decided during the special election on February 10, 2026. We appreciate the strong community engagement shown throughout this process and believe informed participation is essential to responsible local decision-making.
We look forward to visiting with the public at these town hall meetings and encourage everyone to stay informed and participate in the upcoming election.