Good Afternoon,
It has been another week of positive signs in the process of reopening Michigan. Governor Whitmer announced yesterday that schools should be able to offer in-person learning this fall. She promised a more detailed plan for schools by June 30. The governor also hinted that our region may enter the next phase of reopening by July 1 if positive trends continue. Definitely good news!
It has also been a busy week in our efforts to educate voters about the Roads and Non-Motorized County-Wide Millage that is up for renewal on August 4. This critical source of funding has enabled us to improve 170+ miles of roads over the past 3 years. If renewed, this 0.5 mill millage would generate approximately $4 million annually for us to improve 215+ miles of county roads from 2021 – 2024. We hosted our first of two virtual public meetings yesterday to help provide information about the millage to voters. We have also created a web page on www.wcroads.org to share information about the millage. Click here to check it out. Also, stay tuned for additional millage information and FAQs for our employees.
Lastly, as a reminder, we have the Fourth of July holiday coming up. Since July 4 falls on a Saturday, it becomes a bit complicated. Those employees working 10-hour shifts will have Thursday, July 2 off. Employees working 8 and 9-hour shifts will have Friday, July 3 off.
Once again, thank you for all your continued efforts to keep yourself and others safe.
As always, I hope you have a safe and restful weekend. And for all you fathers out there, I wish you a Happy Father’s Day. You play an important role in our lives!
Take care and stay safe,
Sheryl