Articles for tag: 2024 election, ballot proposals, government, Washtenaw County

In Plain English: Ballot Proposals for the November 5th General Election in Washtenaw County

We hope this makes it easier for you to decide “Yes” or “No.” The complex legal and technical language required for ballot measures can make understanding the choices difficult. As we did for the August primary, we aim to break down the wording of the upcoming Washtenaw County ballot proposals for the November 5th election. ...

July 12, 2024

Traci Husse

Government Michigan Saline Saline Government Washtenaw County

Saline City Manager Colleen O’Toole Leads With Vision and A Sense of Duty

On the importance of open communication, strategic planning, and community engagement In a recent interview with STN, Saline City Manager Colleen O’Toole shared insights into her role, the city’s achievements, and future plans. Raised by a family dedicated to government service through roles from postal worker to Police Chief, O’Toole earned a Master’s in Public ...

October 12, 2023

Traci Husse

Government Saline Saline Government

Saline City Council Modernizes Nondiscrimination Ordinance

In a uniquely forward-thinking move at its meeting on October 2, 2023, the Saline City Council voted unanimously to update and enhance its nondiscrimination ordinance, first enacted in 2018. The change stems from the city council’s previous request to, “assemble a working group to review the city’s nondiscrimination ordinance,” said City Manager Colleen O’Toole. O’Toole, ...