Voters in Macomb County recently approved a new 10-year, 1.9-mil enhancement millage for public schools. The new tax passed with 57% of the vote.
Revenue from the millage would be collected by the Macomb Intermediate School District (MISD). The funds would then be distributed among 22 school districts based on the number of students enrolled.
In its first year, the millage would generate about $55 million. For the owner of a home valued at $200,000, it would cost about $190 a year. It would cost about $95 per year for a home valued at $100,000, according to MISD.
Headed into the election, MISD said that public schools and public charter schools would receive more than $400 per student per year. Each district decides how its funds will be spent based on its needs. This could include updating curriculum, purchasing classroom materials, infrastructure maintenance and recruiting and maintaining staff.
"Macomb schools have a long-standing reputation for providing quality programs, carefully serving as stewards of funds provided by state, federal, and local revenue sources, a statement on the MISD website said.
Also in Macomb County, Center Line voters approved a renewal levy for public safety, including officers, support personnel and equipment. The millage, which would begin in 2021, is expected to raise $1.1 million.
Clinton Township voters opposed a measure that would limit the type and number of marijuana establishments permitted in the community.
Lakeview Public Schools voters approved the renewal of an 18.3055-mil operating millage for four years and an 0.5 mil increase over that four-year period.
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