Summary
A 0.36-mill, seven-year Kalamazoo transportation millage supporting Metro Connect paratransit will appear on the August 2026 ballot.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Proposed 0.36-mill levy for seven years.
Seniors and people with disabilities who rely on Metro Connect door-to-door service.
Property owners who pay the millage whether or not they use transit.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Jun 9, 2026
Metro Transit is asking county voters to renew a 2.36-mill property tax for seven years to fund Metro Connect and Metro Share door-to-door services. Council members pressed for more Portage-specific benefits, like student bus passes similar to Kalamazoo's program.
City Council - Mar 9, 2026
A 0.36-mill, seven-year Kalamazoo transportation millage supporting Metro Connect paratransit will appear on the August 2026 ballot.
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