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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Taylor public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
First responder equipment and staffing
Grant Sullivan, Aiden Haupt, and Daniel Langman took the oath as Taylor's newest firefighters, continuing the city's push to fill police and fire ranks.
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.
23rd District Court judges' city health benefits
The council reopened a question from 2008: whether district court judges can buy health insurance through the city at the employee rate. Supporters said nearly every other Michigan district court city allows it and it keeps Taylor competitive for judicial candidates; opponents worried about cost creep and union 'me too' clauses.
Budget amendment 2026-007
Leftover CDBG-CARES Act money with narrow federal eligibility was redirected from small-business assistance to the Fish and Loaves food bank, whose demand has risen with rising costs. If unspent, HUD could have recaptured the funds.
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.