Two institutions are seeking public funding through a millage. This would provide financial support for ten years. In exchange for this funding, residents would receive certain benefits, including free admission to museums. Additional perks would include free transportation for certain groups and new resources for teachers. The institutions care for a large collection of artifacts, totaling over 300,000 items. These items are owned by the public and would be protected under the proposed funding.

The millage would be paid by residents in two counties. The cost would be based on taxable value, with a specific amount paid per $100,000.

Further details about the proposal are available.