2026 Saginaw County Parks Millage Renewal Information

August 4, 2026 Election

A proposed 10-year renewal of the existing Saginaw County Parks millage.

This proposal would renew the current parks millage at the existing rate of 0.2942 mills for another 10 years (2027–2036).

What does it cost?

If approved, the renewal is estimated to generate approximately $2.13 million in its first year to support Saginaw County Parks.

What does the millage fund?

The millage supports the operation, maintenance, and programming of the Saginaw County Parks system, including:

Parks & Natural Areas

• More than 900 acres of county parkland

• Seven Saginaw County parks and recreation facilities

• Conservation and stewardship of parkland and natural resources

Recreation & Programs

• More than 100 recreation programs and activities each year

• Outdoor recreation opportunities for residents of all ages

• Community events and partnerships throughout the county

Trails

• Support for regional trail systems, including the Bay-Zil Trail and Harger Line Rail Trail

Resident Benefits

• No gate fees for Saginaw County residents at William H. Haithco Recreation Area and Imerman Memorial Park

• Discounted pavilion rental rates for county residents

Community Partnerships

Saginaw County Parks works with community organizations to host recreational events throughout the year, including traditions like the Hawks Running Club’s annual Gobbler Gallop on Thanksgiving morning, along with many other community activities.

Official Ballot Language

“For the purpose of continuing funding to maintain the operation and maintenance of the Saginaw County parks and recreation system and the continuation of recreational programing and activities within Saginaw County, shall the County of Saginaw renew the previously approved amount of general ad-valorem taxes which may be imposed for all purposes upon all taxable real and personal property in Saginaw  County, as authorized by Article 9, Section 6 of the Michigan Constitution of 1963 as amended, which last resulted in a levy of 0.2942 mill, and continue to levy up to 0.2942 ($0.2492 per $1,000) of taxable valuation on such property as finally equalized during the years 2027-2036, both inclusive, which if approved and levied in its entirety is estimated to raise $2,134,016 in the first year?”

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