Zoo millage levy and November 2026 ballot proposal
Oakland County
Summary
The zoo millage renewal goes to the November 2026 ballot at a restored 0.10 mill (about 10 cents per $1,000 of taxable value) for ten years, 2028-2037. Hoffman objected that it overrides the Headlee rollback.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
0.10 mill on county taxable property for ten years if voters approve — about 10 cents per $1,000 of taxable value.
The zoo and residents who use zoological services, if voters approve.
Property taxpayers who oppose any millage restoration above the Headlee-reduced rate.
Mentions & discussions (2)
General - Sep 16, 2026
The Authority officially levied its zoo millage and set up reimbursement for the November election costs on the millage question. This tax funds the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center operations.
Board of Commissioners - Apr 8, 2026
The zoo millage renewal goes to the November 2026 ballot at a restored 0.10 mill (about 10 cents per $1,000 of taxable value) for ten years, 2028-2037. Hoffman objected that it overrides the Headlee rollback.
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