Education is on the ballot! On November 7, Eaton county residents will be asked to vote on a special education millage that will provide additional funds to support students with disabilities.
Local school districts are mandated by law to provide special education programs and services. However, federal, state and local revenues do not adequately fund special education programs and services. This means that schools utilize general education funds to offset the cost of required special education needs.
To vote on the proposed millage in the November 7 election, registered voters can cast a ballot in person or by absentee ballot.
Absentee ballots must be requested from local clerks, for information and to request a ballot visit michigan.gov/vote. Absentee ballots must be returned by 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Every registered voter who lives in the school districts of Charlotte, Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge, Maple Valley, Oneida Strange, and Potterville, whether a property owner or not, is eligible to vote for the proposed millage on November 7.