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Bear Lake Schools Operating Millage Renewal Proposal

What does this measure do?

This renews Bear Lake Schools' tax on businesses, rental homes, and some other property for five years. Most people would not pay this tax on the home where they live.

Read the official ballot measure

Proposed by: Bear Lake Schools

The school district asks voters to renew its 18-mill property tax on businesses and second homes. Michigan school districts need this tax to get full state funding.

Source: manisteecountymi.gov

A YES vote means

A yes vote keeps this school tax for five more years. It helps pay to run the schools.

A NO vote means

A no vote rejects the renewal. The current tax continues through 2027, then ends unless voters approve another measure, leaving less local money for schools.

Sources: manisteecountymi.gov · michigan.gov · bllakers.org