The effects of poorly designed tax capture laws on county services was the topic of the second day of a special MLive series on tax increment financing, with MAC staffers […]
MAC makes case for tax capture reform in MLive series
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MLive puts microscope on tax-capture districts
As legislators reconvene in Lansing for their fall session, the MLive Media Group has begun a week-long look at a key issue for counties across the state: tax capture districts. […]
MAC’s Campbell warns state on court funding crisis
In a guest commentary Sept. 5 on MLive.com, MAC’s incoming president, Allegan County Commissioner Jon Campbell, issues an alert to Michigan residents about the court funding crisis created by the […]
Why Michigan’s sales tax should go up in one chart
Why is MAC pushing so hard to get the Legislature to provide a statewide vote on a 1-cent sales tax for transportation? Take a look at the chart above, particularly […]
MAC continues push for 1-cent sales tax for roads
A 1-cent sales tax increase is the best way to address Michigan’s “embarrassing” roads, MAC Deputy Director Steve Currie told the audience of “The Big Show” on Wednesday. Currie, continuing […]
MAC’s Currie: Give voters chance on 1-cent sales tax
In an extensive interview with Gongwer News Service Monday, MAC Deputy Director Steve Currie said that recent events boost the idea of having voters approve a 1-cent sales tax increase […]
County commissioners win legislative nominations
An array of county commissioners found favor with the voters in their bids to become members of the next Michigan Legislature. Among notable races tracked by MAC: 19th House District: […]
Call to Action on Revenue Sharing
Projected revenues for FY 2014 – 2015 are anticipated to be $253.2 million less revenue than originally anticipated. This projection is what the legislature and administration will use to determine […]
Michigan Citizens for Strong and Safe Communities Letters to the Editor
Writing a letter to the local newspaper is an excellent way to show your support for Michigan Citizens for Strong and Safe Communities. Letters to the editor attract a significant […]
Locals Would Only Follow State Mandates That Come With Money-From MIRS
Local governments and school districts would not be required to follow any state-imposed mandate until state dollars are put toward covering the cost of that mandate, under a legislative package […]