The board meeting covered several operational and administrative updates. Key discussion topics included the process for online property auctions, software upgrades for automated receipting and tax bill notifications, and the integration of remote AP approval workflows. The Sheriff provided an update on staffing, inmate transport challenges, and the potential use of surveillance technology. Additionally, the equalization department reported on website enhancements to the tax calculator, and the board approved outstanding bills totaling $233,251.32. The meeting also included an introduction of the new Director for the Department of Health and Human Services.
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Benzie County Board of Commissioners Board Meeting
The meeting included a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant program income funds, where guidelines for emergency home repair projects and the revolving loan fund were discussed. The Board certified the fiscal year 2025 program income and adopted related guidelines. Additionally, the Board received a report regarding activity statistics and updates from the Central Dispatch department.
Jun 9, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board meeting included several departmental updates, including the recognition of a dispatcher for their service, the introduction of a new animal control director, and reports on summer tax bill preparation and software cloud transitions. Additionally, the board discussed the status of Wayside Church settlement payments, received an update on federal damage assessments related to recent weather events, and heard reports on jail operations and personnel hiring from the sheriff's office.
Jun 9, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Benzie County Board of Commissioners Regular Session
The board meeting included updates from various county departments, including Dispatch, Animal Control, the County Treasurer, and Emergency Management. Key financial actions included the approval of bills and a budget amendment for class action litigation payments. Presentations were held regarding the Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and the Benzie Leelanau Health Department. The board supported an $18,000,000 bonding option for the Road Commission. Additionally, the board adopted a resolution for Winter Tax Deferment, authorized the surplus sale of vehicles and a trailer, approved the purchase of a lawn mower, authorized paving at EMS Station 3, approved cadet sponsorship positions for the Sheriff's Office, and accepted a Marine Safety Program Grant. Various appointments were also made to the Construction Board of Appeals and the MDHHS Maples Board.
