Delta Township neighbors sounded off on a plan to maintain a police presence in the neighborhood during a public hearing on Monday.
- The proposed public safety special assessment would cost property owners about $161 more per year.
- Residents expressed mixed opinions, with some supporting the need for police services despite the cost.
- The assessment comes after Eaton County voters declined to pass a safety millage in May, leading to cuts in road patrol.
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About two dozen people spoke at Monday’s public hearing on the township’s proposed public safety special assessment.
The price tag for the assessment is just under $8 million for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 according to the township. Township leaders estimate it would cost property owners an average of $161 more a year. Property owners would see that cost on their winter tax bill, if approved.
“And my taxes have increased 35% in the last 10 years. This is not sustainable for my family,” one resident said…