3/12/14 - The future of Michigan was the topic of discussion during a special meeting at the Howell Carnegie District Library last night. The Center for Michigan, with the help of the Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency and Michigan Works, held a community conversation to get feedback and opinions on various political topics. The meeting was one of about 150 being held around the state as part of a campaign by the center to determine the priorities and objectives of Michigan residents on a variety of politically-important topics. That data will then be compiled and sent to lawmakers, politicians, and candidates around the state ahead of this year's legislative and gubernatorial elections. Attendees last night were given electronic voting pads and asked a variety of questions on major political topics, ranging from priorities in education to where public money should be spent. High priorities in the group as a whole included investing in Michigan's roads, improving high school completion rates, making college more affordable, and decreasing poverty. More controversial suggestions included increasing the business tax and reducing the size of the government. Participants were also invited to talk about why they voted the way they did, and to suggest any other changes they would like to see in the government. Those in attendance at the meeting included State Representative Bill Rogers, Howell Mayor Phil Campbell, and Howell Township Board Member Mike Tipton. (TD)
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