Summary
The plaintiff challenging the city over the A2P2 ballot petition lost again in Appeals Court. The city is waiting to learn whether there will be a further appeal before ballot printing proceeds with the proposal on the ballot.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Ongoing litigation carries legal costs for the city, though no figure was stated.
The city and its election officials, who prevailed again in court.
The petition's plaintiff, who lost again on appeal.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Proposal E for city-owned utility in Ann Arbor faces new lawsuit … from the city itself
Proposal E for city-owned utility in Ann Arbor faces new lawsuit … from the city itself Michigan Advance
City Council — October 5, 2026
Council formally opposed the citizen-led charter amendment that would create a municipal energy board, and directed the city attorney to prepare for legal questions. More than 20 residents spoke against the resolution, calling it anti-democratic and DTE-friendly; supporters of the resolution cited 'shall' language, tax losses, and legal/financial risks.
Appeals court upholds decision to toss challenge to Ann Arbor public power initiative
Appeals court upholds decision to toss challenge to Ann Arbor public power initiative Michigan Advance
Election Commission — September 3, 2026
The plaintiff challenging the city over the A2P2 ballot petition lost again in Appeals Court. The city is waiting to learn whether there will be a further appeal before ballot printing proceeds with the proposal on the ballot.
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