The executive committee of the Livingston County Democrats voted unanimously on July 23 to endorse passage of the county-wide Veterans Services millage on the Aug. 4 primary ballot.
“This millage will make sure that the 12,000 veterans and their dependents in Livingston County receive the services they need – transportation to medical service, help with rent, utilities, food, and much more,” said Judy Daubenmier, party chair. “They gave their all for us. Now it’s time for us to be there for them.”
The proposal on the ballot renews an existing millage at a slightly lower rate than currently levied.
It will be .1117 of one mill, or just over 11 cents per $1,000 of taxable value, for six years, starting in 2028 through 2033.
The measure would raise $1.6 million the first year. For a home with a market value of $170,000, the annual cost would be approximately $10.
Funding from the millage would support:
• Staff experts who help veterans fill out their complicated paperwork in order to receive VA benefits.
• Addressing the growing demand for financial relief.
• Increasing burial benefits.
• More outreach to veterans, including letting them know about available benefits.
• Expanding countywide non-medical transportation services.
• Maintaining the agency’s new office and increasing the use of the space as a community hub for veterans and their families.
