Politics

Coopersville Schools millage renewal passes

Submitted by My Town Staff, Hyper-Local News, Information, and Events

Wednesday, May 9th, 2012, 9:08am

Coopersville Schools millage renewal passes

Voting took place in Coopersville yesterday where voters approved the renewal of the school millage.

The millage renewal passed 74.7% to 25.3%.

Click here to see additional election results from around West Michigan.

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Don't forget to vote today!

Submitted by My Town Staff, Hyper-Local News, Information, and Events

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012, 1:39pm

From the Coopersville Area Public Schools Facebook page:

Tuesday May 8 is a school election. On the ballot is a five year renewal of our 18-mil non-homestead property tax. The 18-mil renewal will not increase, nor will it decrease tax rates on your primary homestead, but failure to renew it will mean a loss of approximately 1.2 million dollars to our district. Please remember to vote tomorrow!

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CAPS - May 8, 2012 Election Frequently Asked Questions

Submitted by Gomez, The Communicator

Monday, April 2nd, 2012, 1:58pm

CAPS - May 8, 2012 Election Frequently Asked Questions

What am I being asked to consider?
The district is asking for a 5-year renewal of the district's 18-mil non-homestead property tax rate.

What does this do to the property taxes on my home?
Nothing. Homes will not see any increase nor any decrease in their property tax rate regardless of whether the millage renewal request passes or fails. The renewal affects only non-homestead property such as second homes, and businesses.

Why is this on the ballot?
Schools can only receive full funding under Proposal A from 1994 if voters approve the levy of 18 mills on nonhomestead properties. The state aid received by the district from its foundation grant is based on the assumption that the local district levies the18 mil non-homestead tax. If the district does not levy the full 18 mills, the district will have to operate with less than the full foundation grant.

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Ottawa County Presidential Primary Election Results

Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff

Wednesday, February 29th, 2012, 7:00am

Ottawa County Presidential Primary Election Results

The Presidential Primary Election was held throughout Michigan on Tuesday. In Ottawa County, the majority of voters supported Rick Santorum.

The top three candidates were Rick Santorum with 21,090 votes, Mitt Romney with 15,352 votes and Ron Paul with 3,671 votes.

Voter turnout for the election was almost 25%.

Full election results can be seen by clicking here.

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Coopersville Election Results

Submitted by Christopher Morse, Community Web Producer

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011, 9:38am

Elections were held throughout the country on Tuesday. In Coopersville, voters had just one race to vote on.

Six people were in the running for three available City council seats. Charlie VanderKolk, Larry Crandle and James Ward came out on top with Tim Palko, Dan Cooke and Bradley Sprague falling short.

Voter turnout for the election was low at just over fifteen percent with 444 votes being cast.

Full election results can be seen by clicking here.

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June 27th Legislative Luncheon

Submitted by Coopersville Area Chamber of Commerce, Enhancing the Community by Building Better Businesses

Thursday, June 16th, 2011, 6:49am

The political climate is changing in Lansing. It seems that leadership is genuinely attempting to restore Michigan's economic strength.

The Coopersville Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to bring three of our local legislators to our community to discuss the challenges and opportunities available to your business.

Joining us will be U.S. House of Representative Bill Huizinga for District 2; State Representative Dave Agema with the 74th District; State Senator Arlan Meekhoff from District 30 and moderated by WZZM TV 13's Senior Reporter Peter Ross.

This program will also include input from you, so bring your questions that address your priorities and your challenges.

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Coopersville Chamber of Commerce Legislative Luncheon

Submitted by Coopersville Area Chamber of Commerce, Enhancing the Community by Building Better Businesses

Thursday, June 9th, 2011, 8:11am

Monday, June 27th, Coopersville Reformed Church, 11:15 - 1:00 p.m.

Join us for our first ever Legislative Luncheon to hear Rep. Bill Huizinga, Rep. Dave Agema and Senator Arlan Meekhoff speak in an open forum. Moderated by Peter Ross, senior Reporter for WZZM-TV (ABC), the politicians will share what they have experienced during their first six months in office. With a mass of leadership changes after the 2010 election, this luncheon promises to shed some light on political, legislative changes occurring for both businesses and citizens.

A full luncheon will be served by Above & Beyond Catering. Cost is just $15.00 for any West Michigan Chamber member and $18.00 for Non-Members or Future Members.

Please RSVP by Thursday, June 23rd.

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