Description
Title: Communications from the State of Michigan Department of Attorney General Regarding Approval of the Two Proposed Charter Amendments to Section 8.20 and Section 8.24 of the Ann Arbor City Charter for the November 2026 Ballot
Summary
On June 3, 2026, the Michigan Attorney General's office confirmed that a proposed charter amendment from the City of Ann Arbor is consistent with the Home Rule City Act (HRCA). The amendment, which was adopted by at least 3/5 of the city council members on May 4, 2026, seeks to renew an existing millage and will be presented to voters in the upcoming general election on November 3, 2026. This renewal falls within the 20-mill cap established by the HRCA. The Attorney General’s review also included an assessment of the ballot language, which was found to comply with the necessary legal requirements. This legislation will impact city funding and services, making it significant for Ann Arbor residents