I represent a concerned group of citizens who believe this significant long term decision requires a referendum vote. To collect and promote a referendum vote, we have formed a group called ASK VOTERS FIRST which is now engaged in collecting the required signatures to put this question to Ann Arbor’s electorate later this year. This vote would be placed on the ballot of one of the already scheduled elections, and will not result in any additional cost to the city.
I would urge all citizens to support out petition drive to place the question of issuing $31 Million in new City debt obligations in such a difficult economic time for our county and state to a referendum vote. Such an obligation should be considered and debated widely amount all voters, and all should be given the right to vote, before such a long term decision is made for our city.
Thanks
Ed Amonsen – 2nd Ward