Dear Parents
On Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at the General Election, voters in the Kentwood Public School District will be asked to consider renewing the current assessment of 18 mills on non-homestead properties.
In consideration of this request, there are two very important things to understand:
1.) This is a renewal of the current assessment of 18 mills on non-homestead properties. Non-homestead properties have not been designated as a primary residence, but are businesses, rental properties and vacation homes.
2.) This millage provides approximately 16.9%, or over $18.2 million, of the school district’s annual operating budget.
Fast Facts on the Non-Homestead Vote:
If you have questions, feel free to contact the Kentwood Public School’s Business Office.
On Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at the General Election, voters in the Kentwood Public School District will be asked to consider renewing the current assessment of 18 mills on non-homestead properties.
In consideration of this request, there are two very important things to understand:
1.) This is a renewal of the current assessment of 18 mills on non-homestead properties. Non-homestead properties have not been designated as a primary residence, but are businesses, rental properties and vacation homes.
2.) This millage provides approximately 16.9%, or over $18.2 million, of the school district’s annual operating budget.
Fast Facts on the Non-Homestead Vote:
- This is not a new tax. This millage has been in place since 1994. Under Proposal A, a renewal of the 18 mills is required periodically by voters in order for the district to continue collecting this millage.
- If approved, homeowners will not see an increase in their primary residence property tax due to this non-homestead vote.
- If not approved, Kentwood Public Schools would lose more than $18.2 million of funding for the 2019-20 school year. This would have a significant impact on the educational programs offered to students and the community.
- If not approved, homeowners will NOT see a decrease in their primary residence property tax.
If you have questions, feel free to contact the Kentwood Public School’s Business Office.