Wayne County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce Meeting of October 21, 2026.

Wayne County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce meeting, October 21, 2026: The taskforce continued discussing potential local income tax (LIT) distributions in light of state property-tax changes and the expected end of EDIT after 2028. County officials said towns and other taxing units would need to make formal requests to receive distributions; they suggested requesting a specific dollar amount and explaining its intended purpose. A town council resolution was identified as the likely way to submit a request. The discussion noted needs among towns, townships, schools, and libraries, including concerns about maintaining current services and revenue. No allocation plan or formal recommendation was adopted; attendance was not unanimous, and any county council action is not expected until 2028. The taskforce also noted that legislative changes may affect the process and that the meeting could provide feedback to lawmakers.

Participants discussed the financial pressures facing local services, including libraries, emergency response, fire protection, and police services. The county was reported to have recently taken bids for ambulance service, which is expected to cost more, but no bid amounts, vendor selection, contract award, or related vote were provided. No other procurement decisions were identified.