Ferndale voters give thumbs up to millage and bond questions

Metro Detroit election results: Voters approve school bonds in Ferndale, Redford - WDET 101.9 FM

Voters across metro Detroit made key decisions on school funding, local government changes, and city leadership in the May 6 special election.To learn more about this special election visit the “Michigan special elections: What metro Detroiters should know before May 6” published on May 2, 2025 Ferndale voters approved both a school improvement bond (70% yes) and a Headlee override millage (58% yes). Redford Union School District passed a $44 mi…

Ferndale voters give thumbs up to millage and bond questions

Ferndale voters delivered two victories on Tuesday. Proposals before Clawson and Lamphere Schools’ voters failed. Ferndale voters’ ballot included a city millage and school bond proposal. The city asked for a 10-year, 5.4 millage to restore money lost through the Headlee Act rollbacks. Of the 4,230 voters who cast ballots, 2,455 voted yes and 1,775 voted no. The city will receive an estimated $5.4 million starting in 2026. Voters approved Fernda…