In 2018 Saline voters passed a charter amendment to formally incorporate language adopting a 1.0 mil tax levy for the purposes of street and right-of-way improvements. Since 2019, the first year of that tax levy, the millage has been used to support annual street improvement projects that could not otherwise be accomplished by state or federal aid dollars alone. That voter approved millage is set to expire in 2023. At its meeting on August 1, 2022 the Saline City Council approved ballot language to ask the voters of Saline to renew that millage for a three year term starting in 2024. Voters will consider the request during the November 2022 election.
Below are the presentation given to City Council as well as some Frequently Asked Questions.
FAQ
Q: Is this a new tax millage?
A: No, This is a request for a three-year extension of an existing millage at the same amount (1.0 mil).
Q: When will voters consider this request?
A: Ballot language requesting the renewal will be on the November 8, 2022 general election.
Q: If adopted, when does the renewal take effect?
A: The proposed renewal period is from tax year 2024 to 2026.
Q: How much will this cost?
A: One mil (1.0) equals $1 for every $1,000 in property tax value for your home. A home with a taxable value of $100,000 would pay $100 for the street millage portion of your taxes.
To learn your home’s current taxable value visit BS&A Online or to learn more about how properties are assessed visit our Assessor Department FAQ page.
Q: What work will be performed if this millage is renewed?
A: The City’s current plans for these dollars is described in our six-year Capital Improvement Plan online. Renewal of this millage is essential to ensuring that the City has adequate funds to perform planned work through 2026.
Q: Will there be additional opportunities to learn more about this request?
A: Yes! The City will be hosting two upcoming town halls this fall. More information about locations and dates will be shared on this page and via social media.
A video recording of the presentation provided during the August 1, 2022 City Council meeting is also available online for viewing. Property owners with questions are encouraged to reach out to the office of the City Manager, Colleen O’Toole, by phone (734-429-4907) or email (cotoole@cityofsaline.org).
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