In a move that signals growing taxpayer fatigue, Livonia voters gave a resounding “no”—nearly 67% against—to the $150 million “Livonia Built” bond proposal during the August 5 primary election.
The plan aimed to fund a new police department, update five fire stations, enhance infrastructure, and create a park-gathering area. But Livonia residents pushed back—citing rising taxes and prioritizing smarter, targeted fixes instead.
Councilman Robert Donovic put it plainly:
“We need to roll up our sleeves and figure out what we’re going to do because the problem didn’t just go away yesterday.”
Now, the city is facing a $104 million shortfall for essential municipal repairs. Mayor Maureen Miller Brosnan acknowledged the setback but reaffirmed the city’s long-term commitment to community-led Vision 21, promising the continuation of key projects like the new Senior Wellness Center and Rec Center upgrades.
While ballots may be counted, the real work—planning how to keep Livonia safe, accessible, and future-ready—begins now.
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