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Milan City Council adopts 2023–24 budget and sets tax rates unanimously
Summary
The Milan City Council unanimously adopted the fiscal 2023–24 budget and set tax rates on May 16, 2023. Treasurer Sarah Finch presented the budget and explained millage reduction percentages and how rising taxable values can still increase property tax bills.
Milan — The Milan City Council on May 16 unanimously adopted the fiscal year 2023–24 budget and set the city’s tax rates for the coming year. The council approved Resolution 2023-05 following a public hearing at which City Treasurer Sarah Finch presented the proposed budget and explained that millage reduction factors and rising taxable values can still result in higher property tax bills for some homeowners.
Finch presented the proposed 2023–2024 city budget and outlined how millage reduction percentages interact with increases in taxable values. There were no comments from the public during the hearing. Councilmember Baldwin moved to approve Resolution 2023-05; Councilmember Kofflin seconded. The roll call recorded seven ayes and zero nays, and the resolution carried unanimously.
Alongside the budget adoption, the council approved a set of related administrative measures. The body adopted Resolution 2023-06 to waive the property transfer affidavit penalty and approved Resolution 2023-07 to adopt a revised official fee schedule pursuant to section 2-74 of the Milan City Code; both measures passed unanimously by roll call. The council also authorized the filing of a Protecting MI Pension Grant Program claim through Resolution 2023-08 (see separate action), and approved payment of the bills and payroll totaling $520,695.71.
Why it matters: Adopting the budget and tax rates establishes the city’s fiscal priorities and spending authority for the coming year, and the fee schedule update will affect charges for city services. The unanimous votes indicate council consensus on the package as presented.
What’s next: The fiscal year budget is in effect for 2023–24 as adopted. The council scheduled its next regular meeting for June 6, 2023, when implementation and follow-up items may be discussed.
