Background and Summary

MSU Extension is funded by a unique partnership with federal, state, and local governments in order to successfully meet the needs of Michigan communities. Montmorency County government has asked their constituents to fund the county portion of the partnership through a millage on the August 6 ballot.

A YES vote means that the average homeowner will pay less than $12.50 a year in taxes to fund MSU Extension.

A NO vote means that MSU Extension will not receive funding.

Montmorency Ballot Language

Montmorency County Millage Renewal for Michigan State University Extension Services

Shall the expired, previously authorized tax of .25 mills (25 cents per $1,000 of taxable valuation) levied by the County of Montmorency for the purpose of providing funding for 4-H youth development, agriculture, health and nutrition, horticulture, and other services through Michigan State University Extension within Montmorency County be renewed for .25 mills for a period of 6 years (2024-2029 Inclusive)?

This is a renewal of the Millage for Michigan State University Extension Services that expired December 31, 2023. The estimated revenue that will be collected during the first year this millage is authorized and levied is one hundred forty-two thousand, one hundred fifty-two dollars ($142,152.00).

YES 

NO