Michigan § 69.2 - Authority of council to levy taxes; general highway fund.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 69.2 — Authority of council to levy taxes; general highway fund., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 69.2. Authority of council to levy taxes; general highway fund.
The council shall also have power to raise, by general tax upon all real estate and personal property aforesaid, such sum not exceeding 1/2 of 1 per cent of the assessed value of said property, as they shall deem necessary for highway and street purposes. Such moneys shall constitute a "general highway fund," and shall be expended exclusively for working and improving the highways, streets, lanes and alleys of the village and for the construction and repair of bridges therein.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 69.2
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 69.2 cover?
Section 69.2 ("Authority of council to levy taxes; general highway fund.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 69.2?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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