Michigan Public Policy Survey (MPPS) Fall 2016, Question 12d

Citizen opposition to revenue increases as a factor in local government fiscal distress

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While any particular jurisdiction in fiscal distress faces unique challenges, in general, how important—if at all—do you think citizen opposition to millage or other revenue increases is as a factor in contributing to local government fiscal distress in Michigan?

Jurisdiction Type Crosstabulation
% within Jurisdiction Type
  Jurisdiction Type Total
County Township City Village
While any particular jurisdiction in fiscal distress faces unique challenges, in general, how important—if at all—do you think citizen opposition to millage or other revenue increases is as a factor in contributing to local government fiscal distress in Michigan? Very Important 54% 52% 47% 53% 51%
Somewhat Important 44% 41% 47% 38% 41%
Not Important at All 2% 4% 4% 3% 4%
Don't Know 0% 4% 1% 6% 3%