Transportation: authorities; reference to the Michigan election law in the regional transit authority act; modify. Amends sec. 10 of 2012 PA 387 (MCL 124.550).
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Overview
This bill modifies the Regional Transit Authority Act by clarifying how transit authorities can raise revenue. It allows authorities to use various sources, including fees, grants, property sales, and assessments levied on residents within the transit region. The bill also outlines specific requirements for assessing the public, collecting motor vehicle registration taxes, and ensuring that funds are spent appropriately within each participating jurisdiction.
Key provisions
- Authorities can raise revenue from fees, fares, grants, property sales, and other sources.
- An assessment can be levied on residents within the transit region, requiring approval by the board and a majority of electors at a general election.
- A motor vehicle registration tax dedicated to public transportation can be collected.
- At least 85% of revenue raised in each jurisdiction must be spent on local public transportation routes.
- Authorities must submit an asset management plan to the department, updated annually.
- Authorities must provide annual reports to member jurisdictions detailing cost of service and revenue generated.
Who is affected
- Regional Transit Authorities
- Residents within public transit regions
- Local governments participating in regional transit systems
- Motor vehicle owners
- State Department of Transportation
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