Summary
Pastor Hurley Coleman asked the council to act on a citizens committee request to put a ballot question before voters to lift the city's tax cap, which he says has starved recreation programs for 30 years. Council members said education of the public is the next step.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Lifting the cap could let the city levy up to the amounts every other Michigan municipality can — potentially restoring recreation funding.
The whole city if revenues grow — especially parks and recreation, which Coleman says have gone unfunded for 30 years.
Fixed-income seniors and other taxpayers would bear higher property tax bills if rates rise.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Jun 22, 2026
A residents' group called the Restored Saginaw Committee is campaigning for the tax cap question on the November 3 ballot, with public meetings starting June 24. Councilman Ostash is publishing explainer content on how it affects taxable value.
City Council - Feb 23, 2026
Pastor Hurley Coleman asked the council to act on a citizens committee request to put a ballot question before voters to lift the city's tax cap, which he says has starved recreation programs for 30 years. Council members said education of the public is the next step.
City Council - Feb 9, 2026
The Restore Saginaw Coalition is pushing council to put repeal of the city's charter tax caps on the November 2026 ballot, arguing the caps have starved city services for decades. Speakers estimated the average homeowner would pay roughly $23–$81 more per year at maximum rates.
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