The Traverse County Board of Commissioners have authorized a bond referendum for the purpose of demolition of the existing Traverse County Courthouse and the 1974 addition, and then constructing and equipping a new Traverse County Courthouse and Government Center. The result of this referendum will inform the County Board as to the desires of the voters of the County with regards to the status of the Courthouse.

Shall Traverse County demolish the existing Traverse County Courthouse and the 1974 addition, and then construct and equip a new Traverse County Courthouse and Government Center, and to bond for up to $5.317 million for said purpose, which will result in a property tax increase of approximately 2.3%.

BY VOTING "YES" ON THIS BALLOT QUESTION, YOU ARE VOTING FOR A PROPERTY TAX INCREASE