Holland Council delays two affordable housing PILOT decisions
Two proposed affordable housing developments by General Capital Group and Samaritas are postponed to the Sept. 19 meeting with study session set for Sept. 12. PILOT tax exemptions are under negotiation to support state funding for the projects. Community input raised concerns over tax giveaways and impact on property values.
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Ottawa County clerks brace for Emily FOIA workload
Ottawa County clerk Justin Roebuck says clerks face a heavy load as a mysterious Emily FOIA requests ballots and 2016 election materials across Michigan. The Detroit News ties the requests to Priorities USA Foundation, with Holland Township and Georgetown Township reporting high estimated costs to fulfill the access demands.
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Exam likely for murder death by own action suspect
A 55 year old man, Michael Scott McNeal, is suspected of killing his wife Sherri McNeal then attempting suicide. He will likely undergo a competency exam before any further Ottawa County court proceedings. The hearing was adjourned for evaluation to determine his ability to understand charges and assist his defense. He remains jailed without bond after open murder and firearm charges.
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