Schools Seek Tax Renewals to Stay Afloat | Lansing News

School districts across Michigan are heading to the ballot in August to renew or slightly boost their operating millages — a critical tax that funds education and helps schools meet state requirements. Morrice and Fowlerville are both seeking to renew their 18-mill operating millages, with Fowlerville adding a small buffer to guard against Headlee rollbacks — though they can’t legally collect more than 18 mills. Morrice’s previous attempt failed in May, so they’re back for a second chance. In Eaton County, Maple Valley Schools is asking for 19 mills to protect against rollbacks, while Potterville Schools is seeking renewals for building repairs and tech/security upgrades. Ionia County’s Intermediate School District is requesting a modest 0.53 mill increase to restore special education funding, which could generate over $1.5 million in its first year. These votes, spanning Ingham, Livingston, Shiawassee, and Eaton counties, are all about preserving school funding and ensuring classrooms stay open and well-equipped. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/da140565cf843c34