Get to know the county's mental health millage
Grand Haven Tribune (MI)Feb 08, 2016
With a
"This event is strictly informational in nature, not a pro/con or debate-type format," said
The proposal asks for 0.3 mill, or
CMH lost
"We hope to attract the community to hear about this important vote," Baker said of the forum. "It is especially timely with a spotlight on the inadequate resources for mental health in our country, and in light of a local community focus on the same issue."
Michigan Public Act 269, put into effect earlier this year, limits the ability of local communities to talk to voters about ballot proposals within 60 days of an election. In January,
A preliminary injunction was issued Friday by a federal judge, halting the act for the time being.
"(I) don't think it will change the League event much, though," Baker said. "(It) maybe will give
With options limited in how voters could get information on the proposal until just recently, Baker said the upcoming event takes on an extra importance.
"Voter education is a primary mission of the League, so yes -- I think we are an organization with the responsibility to get information out about upcoming millage elections in light of the recent legislative restrictions on public bodies," she said.
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