Image
From the Washtenaw County Road Commission
The contractor working on behalf of the Washtenaw County Road Commission has completed the resurfacing (pulverizing and paving) of Macon Rd between James Dr and the city of Saline in Saline Township. Pavement markings have been completed.
Macon Road between James Drive and the City of Saline in Saline Township was reopened on Thursday, Aug. 27.
Overcast, with a high of 81 and low of 60 degrees. Overcast during the morning, light rain shower during the afternoon, overcast for the evening,
If this mileage passes, has the City of Saline, for example, committed to reduce their millage by 2.0 that they no longer
need to send to the Fire Department?
It should be stated that this mileage is going to raise the taxes for many homes by $800 per year (based on a $250K SEV). There has been  no commitment that the 2.0 mil that currently exists will be replaced even though it is alluded to. That is a huge increase.
The Fire Dept. likely does have unmet needs. We have been in meetings where the Fire Chief has spoken and our impression has been that he is not fully transparent, massaging information to present a case to achieve what he wants rather than solidly and transparently defining reality and options.