text: Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
  ### Context:
  CREATE TABLE table_256286_8 (type VARCHAR, description VARCHAR)
  ### Question:
  What was the type of ballot measure with the description of Department of Industry and Public Works Amendment?
  ### Answer:
  SELECT type FROM table_256286_8 WHERE description = "Department of Industry and Public Works Amendment"