EMS, jails, cannabis and more: How Michigan voted on local ballot issues

Voters strongly supported funding local parks, museums, libraries and public safety.

By: Eli Newman

Outlets: Bridge Michigan

Published: November 5, 2026

Words: 554

Last Updated: 4 days, 2 hours ago

Michigan voters generally supported efforts to fund public safety, libraries, roads and parks.
Eight communities rejected efforts to fund EMS, which could also impact fire and police services
Retail cannabis is expanding in six communities

Michigan voters overwhelmingly supported keeping their local emergency services funded this November general election.

There were about 124 public safety millage questions on the ballot for various communities in the state, according to Gongwer News Service. Of …

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