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Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Arenac County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The meetings focused on various administrative and operational matters including financial approvals for the book of bills, checks on demand, and budget adjustments for grant-funded programs. Operational topics involved updates on the event center kitchen and grounds, progress on the county jail project, and the status of building inspector contracts. The board also addressed drainage district concerns, reviewed reports from the County Coordinator, and evaluated grant opportunities from the Small Business Administration. Various appointments were made to the Planning Commission and Library Board, and contractual decisions regarding emergency management, building department staffing, and property maintenance were finalized.
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Arenac County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board approved payments for checks on demand and a book of bills. Various motions were passed regarding the appointment of a member to the ACVAC Board, a modernized payment method for building inspectors, and the signature of an HMEP Grant Agreement. The board also adopted two budget adjustments, authorized the hiring of a part-time 911 dispatch position, and awarded a bid for a project manager for jail construction. Furthermore, the board approved creating a new department head position in the building department, authorized the submission of a 2027 DMVA grant application, and approved an increase in 2027 EDC appropriations.
Jun 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Arenac County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board approved the disbursement of funds through Checks on Demand and the Book of Bills. Key administrative actions included the approval of an MMR Subsidy Addendum, the purchase of HyperV services, and the issuance of a bid notice for a jail completion project manager. The board also finalized the hiring of a new 911 Director and approved additional support hours for the 4-H program. Committee reports provided updates on audit procedures, court security improvements, personnel changes, and department-specific activities including fairground licensing and building inspections.
May 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Arenac County Board of County Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board discussed reports from the MSU Extension regarding 4-H clubs and youth participation. Discussions regarding department operations included the resignation of the APTA director, the status of the FY2025 audit, Drain Commissioner training, and necessary equipment upgrades for 911 dispatch and IT infrastructure. The board reviewed revenue and operations for the building department. Financial actions included the approval of the Book of Bills and payment for Smith Drain repairs. Additionally, the board considered a request for temporary increases in working hours for clerk staff and a proposal regarding event center office space for the fair board, both of which failed.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
