Taylor Public Schools to Host Law Day for Third Graders at Court

The Taylor City Council held a Budget Study Session on April 14, 2025, focusing on the financial planning for the upcoming fiscal year. A significant portion of the discussion centered around the budget for the Twin Third District Court and the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) grant fund.

The court department's budget request for fiscal year 2025 is set at $6.5 million, with the mayor proposing an increase to $7.2 million. The court's caseload has seen a dramatic rise, increasing from approximately 42,000 cases per year to an anticipated 52,000. This surge in cases has prompted the court to request the addition of another magistrate to help manage the workload, particularly as the number of police officers in the area increases.

The court's budget also includes necessary expenses for transitioning to a new radio system, which is expected to be a significant cost. Despite these challenges, the court anticipates revenues exceeding expenditures by about $3.8 million, which will contribute to the general fund and help offset costs for the court and police services.

In addition to budgetary concerns, the council highlighted the upcoming Law Day event on May 1, where third graders from Taylor Public Schools will visit the court to learn about the legal system and engage with law enforcement in a positive environment.

Overall, the meeting underscored the court's growing demands and the city's efforts to adapt its budget to meet these challenges while fostering community engagement through educational initiatives. The council will continue to review the budget and address any further questions in upcoming meetings.