What happens when International Coffee Day, World Vegetarian Day, and National Sausage Day all fall on the same date? Grab a cup of your favorite brew and join us for a laugh as we dissect these quirky celebrations. Ever wondered why we love made-up holidays like Pie Day? We share our thoughts and even compare the complexity of legislation to making sausage – trust us, it’s a deliciously tangled mess. Plus, we're diving into the world of virtual tours, spotlighting projects for non-profits like the Boys and Girls Club of Wayne County, and dreaming up ways to make statehouse visits more engaging for schools.

Switching gears, we tackle a bold proposal to replace property taxes with a 7% sales tax on services. Imagine eliminating property taxes entirely while still generating billions in revenue for local governments. We'll walk you through the plan, discuss its potential impact on communities, and share our thoughts on gaining bipartisan support. We even get personal, celebrating milestones like 551 days of sobriety and sharing the inspiration we gained from Gary Vaynerchuk’s VeeCon.

To wrap things up, we address pressing local governance issues like township corruption and the financial burdens on renters and homeowners. We explain the legislative process behind tax reform and the importance of public feedback. We also touch on important upcoming changes to ambulance billing practices and introduce a new mental health facility with potential for statewide expansion. This jam-packed episode promises a comprehensive look at quirky holidays, groundbreaking tax proposals, and the human stories that tie them all together.

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