Three Oaks opens Truth in Taxation hearing on 0.2891 mill proposed increase

The Three Oaks Village Council opened a Truth in Taxation public hearing on May 30, 2026, to gather input on a proposed additional operating millage of 0.2891 mills to be levied in 2026. Faulkner reviewed the proposal and explained the Truth in Taxation process; Faulkner said the proposed additional millage would increase operating revenues from ad valorem property taxes by 2.69% above revenues permitted without a hearing and noted that, without the additional millage, operating revenues would rise by 1.18% over last year.

The hearing drew public comment expressing concern about the financial impact. Speakers asked how property taxes are calculated and pressed Council members on the consequences of the increase for long-time residents and households on fixed incomes. No vote on the millage rate was taken at the special meeting; the Council moved to schedule formal consideration on the regular meeting agenda for June 10, 2026. The hearing was opened by a motion from Council Member Thomas, supported by Council Member Jones, and later closed by a motion from Council Member Jones, supported by Council Member Springer; both motions were recorded as carried.

Faulkner summarized the purpose of the hearing as receiving public input prior to Council action. Council did not make a decision on the proposed millage at the May 30 meeting; members set the June 10, 2026 regular meeting for further consideration. The record lists President Graziano and Council Members Thomas, Hinman, Jones, and Springer as present and Niemczyk and Kramer as absent.