Millage

On August 4, 2026, Osceola County residents will be asked to consider a new Michigan State University Extension millage. The request of up to 0.25 mils will provide continued funding for MSU Extension educational programming and services in Osceola County.

FAQS

How much will the millage cost me?

The millage will cost the homeowner $0.00025 for every $1,000 of taxable home value. For example, if you own a $100,000 home, you’ll invest $12.50 per year in taxes to support the educational programming MSU Extension provides for you, your family and your community.

What does a “yes” vote mean and what does a “no” vote mean?

A “yes” vote means that Osceola County residents will continue to fund MSU Extension programs in your communities.

A “no” vote means that there will be no county funding to match and secure the university’s investment in the century-long partnership that has brought 4-H and the family well-being, gardening, agriculture and environmental educational programs that have benefitted Osceola County.

What does Osceola County MSU Extension do for me?

MSU Extension programs can empower everyday family goals, improve business practices, support sustainable community building for you, your family and your community.

How does Osceola County funding for MSU Extension work?

MSU Extension is funded by a unique partnership with federal, state and county governments that combine resources to meet the needs of Michigan communities. The Osceola County government has asked their constituents to fund the county portion of the MSU Extension partnership by supporting the millage proposal on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

What does the ballot language say?

For the purpose of sustaining 4-H youth development, agriculture, health and nutrition, horticulture, finance and homeownership, and other community education programs through Michigan State University Extension services within Osceola County, shall the limitation imposed under Article IX, Sec 6 of the Michigan Constitution on general ad valorem taxes within Osceola County, Michigan be renewed by 0.2478 mills ($0.2478 per $1,000 in taxable value), and the reduction of 0.0022 mills ($0.0022 per $1,000 of taxable value) be restored, for a total approved rate of up to 0.2500 mill ($0.25 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation), to be levied for a period of four (4) years, 2026 through 2029, inclusive? If approved and levied in full, this millage will raise an estimated $265,850.00 for Michigan State University Extension services in the first calendar year of the levy, based on state taxable valuation. As required by law, a small portion of the millage may also be disbursed to the Downtown Development Authorities of the City of Reed City and Richmond Township.