MSU Extension and Michigan 4-H Millage
On August 6, 2024, Alcona County residents will have the opportunity to continue funding MSU Extension services. The $0.14 per $1,000 taxable value millage will provide continued funding for MSU Extension educational programs such as:
- 4-H Youth Development
- Agriculture and Agribusiness
- Child and Family Development
- Health and Nutrition
- Master Gardener Volunteer Program
- Natural Resources
FAQs
How much will the millage cost me?
The millage will cost a homeowner $0.14 for every $1,000 of taxable home value. For example, if you own a $100,000 home ($50,000 taxable value or SEV), you’ll invest $7.00 a year in taxes to support MSU Extension's educational programs 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 homeowners will experience about a $7.00 per year tax for every $100,000 of home value to continue to fund MSU Extension programs.
A NO vote means that there will not be county funding to match and secure the university's investment in the 100+ year partnership serving Alcona County.
What can MSU Extension do for me?
We can empower your everyday goals, such as helping you grow your lawn or garden, trying out meal ideas that are nutritious and budget-friendly, learning how to manage stress, finding educational and fun programs for your kids, and more. We care about making your life and your community better.
Get started by exploring our upcoming events or by visiting the MSU Extension homepage to explore all the areas of our programming.
How does MSU Extension Alcona County funding work?
MSU Extension is funded by a unique partnership with federal, state, and local governments in order to successfully meet the needs of Michigan communities. Alcona County government has asked their constituents to fund the county portion of the partnership through a millage on the August 6, 2024 ballot
What does the ballot language say?
"For the purpose of sustaining 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, health and nutrition, horticulture and other community education programs through Michigan State University Extension services in Alcona County, shall the previously voted increase in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Section 6 of the Michigan Constitution on general ad valorem taxes within Alcona County of .14 mill be levied for 4 years, 2024 through 2027 inclusive, for the purpose of paying costs of operating Michigan State University Extension services in the County of Alcona and shall the County of Alcona levy such millage for said purpose, thereby raising in the first year an estimated $132,680.56?"
MSU Extension Alcona County: News and Stories
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Voters in Alcona, Clare, Iosco and Wexford counties to decide Aug. 4 on funding for MSU Extension and Michigan 4-H
Published on July 8, 2020
Millage funding for MSU Extension is on the Aug. 4 ballot in Alcona, Clare, Iosco and Wexford counties. -
MSU Extension Alcona County: Proven education delivered locally to solve problems and increase opportunities
Published on June 12, 2020
MSU Extension empowers Alcona County residents to do their jobs better, raise healthy and safe families, build strong communities, protect local environments and empower young people to not just dream but to pursue successful futures. -
Earth Day every day: Engaging youth in Great Lakes and natural resources science through research and place-based education
Published on April 22, 2020
Students from northeast MI and Saginaw Bay participate in Wayne State University’s Southeast Michigan Junior Science and Humanities Symposium - applying research and exploring careers.
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