Plymouth, Canton Voters Approve Tax Renewal To Help Fund Schools

PLYMOUTH-CANTON, MI — Plymouth and Canton voters overwhelmingly approved a non-homestead tax renewal that will help fund the Plymouth-Canton School District, according to Wayne County unofficial vote totals.

Voters passed the measure (71% yes, 28% no) in Michigan's U.S. Presidential Primary on Tuesday night.

The tax (18 mills) is levied on businesses, commercial property and property that is not the owner's primary residence. It is not a homeowners tax, and homeowners will not see their taxes increase if voters approve the tax. The renewal would be good for 20-years. It was renewed three times before: in 1994, 2004 and 2014.

The measure will provide 16 percent of the district's operating revenue for the next 20 years. The money helps support day-to-day operations in the district by paying for things like teacher salaries, counselors, bus drivers and other staff, along with educational programs, safety and security operations and classroom supplies.