Hubbard currently has two fuel stations within city limits, the Shell and Chevron stations on Highway 99E. If approved, the measure would establish a 3 cent per gallon tax on motor vehicle fuel sold, used or distributed in Hubbard. (Sophia Cossette/Woodburn Independent)

(Editor’s note: This story has been updated with the 10:30 p.m. May 20 election results).

Hubbard voters have weighed in on the decision to implement a citywide gas and diesel tax.

As of 10:30 p.m. May 20, 53.8% of Hubbard voters voted against the fuel tax, and 46.2% voted in favor of the tax. Just 21 votes separate them, and ballots are still being received and counted through May 27.

If passed, Measure 24-509 would establish a 3-cent-per-gallon tax on motor vehicle fuel sold, used or distributed within city limits.

The proposed fuel tax is expected to generate approximately $132,814 annually. This revenue would go to street and road-related projects. City officials have pointed to sidewalk and road improvements as key priorities.

Hubbard currently has two fuel stations within city limits, the Shell and Chevron stations on Highway 99E.

According to the Marion County Clerk, results will be certified by June 16. So far, county ballot returns show a turnout of approximately 8.9%, though not all ballots have been tabulated. Oregon law allows ballots postmarked on Election Day to be counted if received within the following week.