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Equalization director warns ANR Storage exemption could force township tax refunds
Summary
Kalkaska County's Equalization Director told the Finance Committee that ANR Storage's personal property exemption filings, handled differently by townships, could lead to refunds if appeals to the Michigan Tax Tribunal succeed; the county may face requests for up to three years of reimbursement and should consult counsel.
Megan Daniels, Kalkaska County Equalization Director, told the Finance Committee that ANR Storage filed for a personal property tax exemption and that township decisions so far have been inconsistent.
Daniels said Blue Lake and Rapid River townships granted the exemption while Coldsprings and Excelsior did not, and cautioned that "if the MTT approves their appeal the tax money collected will need to be returned." She also reported that the property's classification changed from Industrial Personal to Utility Personal between 2023 and 2024.
Daniels urged a cautious, stepwise approach: verify other township rulings, consult county counsel on how to respond, and avoid releasing preliminary figures. "Daniels noted many moving pieces, should take in steps and verify correct way to handle notification and reimbursement; noted may have decision in 30 days from the State with a short time to reimburse," she said. She added that if the tribunal grants relief claimants may request refunds for up to three prior years.
The treasurer will correct the draft report's heading to include the 911 millage and re-circulate the corrected document to the Committee of the Whole. Public comment on the matter included a Zoom speaker who noted Excelsior's ANR matter is pending at tribunal.
