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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Taylor public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
CDBG funding plan for 2026-27 and 2026-2030
Fish & Loaves, The Guidance Center, and The Senior Alliance each receive $12,500 in federal block grant money for community services.
Garbage and yard waste pickup problems
A resident from a heavily taxed subdivision off Northline described weeks of inconsistent garbage and yard waste pickup under GFL; the mayor said he has been in contact with the hauler, which has added trucks.
TIFA and DDA budgets for 2026-27
Council approved both authority budgets. TIFA dollars have funded the animal shelter, Sportsplex, golf courses, and major road work, per Councilman Thomas, without raising taxes.
Headlee rollback limits city millage
A finance memo explained the city is under a Headlee rollback: the charter allows 9.5 mils for operations but the state cap is about 8.12 this year. Only a voter-approved override can restore the difference.
Winter tax deadline extension
The council wiped a $3,487 special assessment and $6,465 in delinquent water charges from a foreclosed parcel's tax bill.
OpenGov electronic procurement and contract management system
The city is spending up to $176,754 over three years on software that centralizes bidding and contract tracking. Staff project about $95,000 a year in savings and a return on investment under two years, and say the system will flag expiring contracts before the city is forced into rushed renewals.