Calhoun County public meetings in 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions and contracts, including partial settlement of the national opioid litigation, collective bargaining agreements with APAA and AFSCME, and a $5.3 million claims payable listing. They will also hear a presentation on countywide public transit and consider a contract for a storage facility on county property.

• Approval of resolutions concerning partial settlement of the National Opioid Litigation
• APAA Collective Bargaining Agreement 2022-2023
• AFSCME 2022-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Contract to construct a storage facility on county property
• Claims payable listing of $5,309,907.33 for Nov 24-Dec 8, 2021

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and agreements, including a pothole patching contract, a storage facility construction contract, and collective bargaining agreements with APAA and AFSCME. They also approved a supplemental grant for the Secondary Road Patrol program and final budget amendments for 2021. All votes were unanimous except for the pothole patching contract, which passed 4-2.

• Approved CCRD Pothole Patching RFP#126-21 contract (4-2)
• Approved contract to construct storage facility on county property (6-0)
• Approved APAA Collective Bargaining Agreement 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Approved AFSCME 2022-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (6-0)
• Approved Supplemental Grant Appropriation for Secondary Road Patrol Program (6-0)
• Approved 2021 Final Budget Amendments (6-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement for Brownfield Grant Cleanup Activities (6-0)
• Approved MSU Extension Services Agreement for 2022 (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to close the Homeowner Rehabilitation and Emergency Repair CDBG grant program, then vote on the FY2022 budget and several appropriations, including $2.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds. They will also consider appointments, policy updates, and a health department staffing increase.

• Public hearing to close Homeowner Rehabilitation and Emergency Repair CDBG grant program
• FY2022 Budget and Appropriations Resolution (roll call vote)
• ARPA Appropriation #3: $600,000 for one-time additional paid time off and cash-out option for PTO-eligible employees
• ARPA #3: $2,000,000 to Bale Creek Unlimited for McCamly Hotel Renovation Project
• Health Dept. staffing request: 1.62 FTE increase (two .81 FTE SWP Program Technicians) in School Wellness Program

The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and Appropriations Resolution, the county's annual spending plan, after a motion to change commissioner pay was denied. They also approved $2,000,000 in ARPA funds for the McCamly Hotel renovation project managed by Battle Creek Unlimited, and $600,000 for one-time additional paid time off for eligible employees. Other approvals included a 1.62 FTE staffing increase for the School Wellness Program, 2022 equalization contracts, and claims payable of $5,886,997.91.

• Approved FY2022 Budget and Appropriations Resolution (Res. 214-2021) by 6-0 vote.
• Denied motion to change commissioner pay figures in the budget (Res. 213-2021) by 2-4 vote.
• Approved $2,000,000 ARPA appropriation to Battle Creek Unlimited for McCamly Hotel renovation (Res. 216-2021).
• Approved $600,000 ARPA appropriation for one-time additional paid time off for eligible employees (Res. 215-2021).
• Approved 1.62 FTE increase for School Wellness Program (Res. 217-2021).
• Approved 2022 Equalization Services and Assessment Contracts (Res. 218-2021).
• Approved claims payable of $5,886,997.91 (Res. 219-2021).
• Approved consent agenda including appointments to Broadband Task Force and Board of Public Health reappointments (Res. 212-2021).

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2022 Administrator/Controller's budget recommendation and consider several contracts and funding items, including ARPA Phase 2 appropriations and senior millage supplemental funding. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and consent agenda items.

• 2022 budget recommendation and public hearing
• Senior millage supplemental funding for hearing, vision, and PERS (roll call vote)
• MDOT tree removal contract for 2022 (roll call vote)
• MDOT contracts for F Drive North and Beadle Lake Rd in Emmett Township (roll call votes)
• ARPA appropriation Phase 2 (roll call vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the consent agenda, which includes resolutions from other counties, and will vote on several bid awards, including for roadside mowing, mineral aggregate, elevator maintenance, and a software contract with Tyler Technologies. They will also discuss the Parks Millage Operating Guidelines, an emergency management resolution, a broadband consulting retainer, and a sexual assault investigator contract. The board will also approve claims payable totaling $18,291,202.71.

• Bid award for roadside mowing RFP#127-21
• Bid award for mineral aggregate RFB#131J-21
• Bid award for elevator maintenance RFP#117-21
• Agreement with Tyler Technologies for ERP and HCM software
• Claims payable of $18,291,202.71

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $18.29M claims payment, a roadside mowing contract, mineral aggregate contracts, elevator maintenance, ERP software with Tyler Technologies, parks millage guidelines, an emergency management resolution appointing Lt. Christopher Young, a broadband consulting retainer, and a sexual assault investigator contract. All votes were unanimous except the mowing contract, which passed 6-1 with Commissioner Miller dissenting.

• Approved $18,291,202.71 in claims payable (7-0)
• Approved roadside mowing contract to Wolfcreek Landscape Services (6-1)
• Approved mineral aggregate contracts with five vendors (7-0)
• Approved elevator maintenance contract with Otis Elevator (7-0)
• Approved ERP/HCM software agreement with Tyler Technologies (7-0)
• Approved Parks Millage Operating Guidelines (7-0)
• Approved emergency management resolution appointing Lt. Christopher Young as Emergency Services Coordinator (7-0)
• Approved retainer for Michael J. Watza and PROTEC membership for broadband consulting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will hold its annual apportionment meeting, including a presentation and approval of the 2021 Apportionment Report. The board will also vote on senior millage program contracts and supplemental funding, as well as other routine items like appointments, resolutions, and claims payable.

• 2021 Apportionment Report presentation and approval (roll call vote)
• Senior Millage Program contracts from 2021 RFP (roll call vote)
• Senior Millage supplemental funding for home repair, heating, prescriptions, ramps, senior center operations, guardian & money management (roll call vote)
• Sheriff's Office IRS Enforcement Grant budget amendment (roll call vote)
• Claims payable for Sept 29-Oct 14, 2021: $7,088,036.35 (roll call vote)

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved the 2021 Apportionment Report and Resolution, which authorizes each taxing jurisdiction to levy property taxes. The board also approved several contracts and funding items, including senior millage program contracts and supplemental funding, a Sheriff's Office grant amendment, and a health department study contract. All votes were unanimous among the five commissioners present, with two excused.

• Approved 2021 Apportionment Report and Resolution (5-0, 2 excused)
• Approved Senior Millage Program Contracts from 2021 RFP (5-0, 2 excused)
• Approved Senior Millage Supplemental funding over $155,000 (5-0, 2 excused)
• Approved Sheriff's Office IRS Enforcement Grant Budget Amendment (5-0, 2 excused)
• Approved Health Department Behavioral Risk Factor Study Contract with VIP Research (5-0, 2 excused)
• Approved September 2021 Financials for informational purposes (voice vote)
• Approved Claims Payable of $7,088,036.35 (5-0, 2 excused)
• Approved Consent Agenda including board appointments and judicial salaries (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will hold its annual meeting, voting on several items including retiree health care plan renewals, a new telecommuting policy, a waiver for contract extensions, a road department lease, a policy for developing public roads, and a resolution to propose dissolving the Southwest Michigan Solid Waste Consortium. The board will also consider the consent agenda, which includes acknowledgments of resolutions from other counties and approval of the child care fund plan and child support enforcement grant agreement.

• 2022 BCNA Retiree Health Care Plan Renewal
• 2022 Medicare Advantage PPO Retiree Health Care Plan Renewal
• Waiver of Purchasing Policy Provision for Contract Extensions: Jail Medical, Medical Examiner & Inmate Phone Services
• Road Department Lease Agreement for the Purchase of a Vortex Patcher
• Resolution to Propose Dissolution of the Southwest Michigan Solid Waste Consortium

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved a new permanent telecommuting policy, a lease for a fifth Vortex patcher for the Road Department, and a policy for developing public roads. They also elected new members to the Board of Canvassers and approved a resolution supporting Battle Creek Unlimited's grant application. The board approved the consent agenda and claims payable.

• Approved new telecommuting policy (7-0)
• Approved Road Department lease for Vortex patcher (5-2)
• Approved Policy for Developing Public Roads (7-0)
• Elected Brendel Hatley (Democrat) and Erica Brown (Republican) to Board of Canvassers (7-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Battle Creek Unlimited's EDA grant application (voice vote)
• Approved waiver of purchasing policy for contract extensions (7-0)
• Approved resolution to propose dissolution of Southwest Michigan Solid Waste Consortium (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $7,526,782.86 (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will vote on several items, including a janitorial services bid award, the PA2 budget for FY21/22, and a secondary road patrol grant budget amendment. They will also consider a consent agenda with resolutions for CareWell Services, workforce board appointments, a Summit Pointe board appointment, and a gas utility easement.

• Bid award for Janitorial Services RFP #112-21
• PA2 Budget for FY21/22
• Secondary Road Patrol Grant Budget Amendment
• Claims payable $3,247,269.49
• Appointments to Michigan Works! Southwest and Summit Pointe boards

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved a $333,000 increase to the PA2 budget for FY21/22, funded by American Rescue Plan Act reallocation, to fully fund Drug Court, Sobriety Court, Veterans Court, reinstate Summit Pointe jail group treatment, and continue Haven of Rest funding. The board also awarded a janitorial services contract to GDI Services, Inc. for all county-owned buildings, and approved a budget amendment for the Secondary Road Patrol Grant to replace equipment. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda and claims payable, were approved as presented.

• Approved PA2 Budget for FY21/22 with $333,000 increase (6-1, Smith abstained)
• Awarded janitorial services contract to GDI Services, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved Secondary Road Patrol Grant Budget Amendment (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including CareWell Services plan, workforce board appointments, Summit Pointe board appointment, and Michigan Gas Utilities easement (voice vote)
• Approved Miles for Memories Proclamation (voice vote)
• Approved claims payable of $3,247,269.49 (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of September 2, 2021 (voice votes)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will vote on several action items, including the FY22 budget for the Public Health Department, a road department contract for sign and post bids, and a settlement in a lawsuit. The board will also consider a state trunkline maintenance contract, a solar project road agreement, and a proclamation for National Rail Safety Week. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and the consent agenda.

• Calhoun County Public Health Department FY22 Budget (roll call vote)
• Road Department Contract Award: Sign & Post Bid #118-21 (roll call vote)
• State Trunkline Maintenance Contract from 10-1-2021 to 9-30-2026
• Settlement in Kirk v. Calhoun County Litigation
• Claims Payable for Aug 13-25, 2021: $4,608,021.19

The Board approved the Calhoun County Public Health Department FY22 budget of just over $8.8 million, a 5.5% increase over the prior year, and awarded a two-year road sign and post contract to Dornbos Sign, Inc. Both items passed unanimously on roll call votes. The Board also approved the consent agenda, which included a state trunkline maintenance contract, a settlement in Kirk v. Calhoun County litigation, and the River Forks Solar Project Road Agreement, as well as claims payable totaling $4,608,021.19.

• Approved the Calhoun County Public Health Department FY22 budget of just over $8.8 million (Res.146-2021)
• Approved the Calhoun County Road Department Contract Award for Sign & Post Bid #118-21 with Dornbos Sign, Inc. (Res.147-2021)
• Approved the consent agenda including the State Trunkline Maintenance Contract, Kirk v. Calhoun County settlement, and River Forks Solar Project Road Agreement (Res.145-2021)
• Approved claims payable for August 13-25, 2021 in the amount of $4,608,021.19 (Res.148-2021)
• Accepted the National Rail Safety Week Proclamation for September 20-26, 2021 (Res.144-2021)
• Approved the agenda and minutes of the August 19, 2021 meeting (Res.142-2021, Res.143-2021)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will hear the 2020 Medical Examiner's Annual Report, approve a FEMA grant agreement for non-congregate sheltering, and consider a grant application for secondary road patrol and traffic accident prevention. They will also accept the July 2021 financials and approve claims payable totaling $4,021,000.17.

• 2020 Medical Examiner's Annual Report presented by Dr. Joyce deJong
• FEMA Non-Congregate Sheltering Project Grant Agreement
• Secondary Road Patrol and Traffic Accident Prevention Program grant application
• Calhoun County July 2021 Financials
• Claims Payable for July 28-August 12, 2021: $4,021,000.17

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including a FEMA grant agreement, and accepted the July 2021 financials for information. They approved a grant application for the Secondary Road Patrol and Traffic Accident Prevention Program, and approved claims payable totaling $4,021,000.17. Residents spoke against school mask mandates, and officials clarified that any countywide mandate would come from the Health Officer, not the Board.

• Approved consent agenda including FEMA Non-Congregate Sheltering Project Grant Agreement (voice vote)
• Accepted July 2021 financials for information only (voice vote)
• Approved Secondary Road Patrol and Traffic Accident Prevention Program Grant Application (5-0, 2 excused)
• Approved claims payable of $4,021,000.17 (5-0, 2 excused)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on August 5, 2021. Key actions include accepting the 2020 audited financial statements, approving a $235,000 settlement in Gunthorpe v. Calhoun County, and allocating Phase I of federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The board will also consider a mid-year budget amendment and a fiber optic project agreement.

• Acceptance of 2020 audited financial statements
• Settlement of Gunthorpe v. Calhoun County for $235,000
• 2021 Mid-Year Budget Amendment
• Fiber Optic Project Advancement and Feasibility Study Agreement with Aspen Wireless Technologies, Inc.
• Appropriation, Phase I, of Federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved the Phase I appropriation of $9 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, outlining allocations for various projects and maintaining oversight through monthly reports. The board also approved a fiber optic feasibility study agreement with Aspen Wireless Technologies, a supplemental senior millage funding for the Ramps for Accessibility Program, and the 2021 Mid-Year Budget Amendment. All votes were 5-0 with two commissioners excused.

• Approved $9M Phase I ARPA funding appropriation (5-0)
• Approved Fiber Optic Feasibility Study Agreement with Aspen Wireless Technologies (5-0)
• Approved supplemental Senior Millage funding for Ramps for Accessibility Program (5-0)
• Approved 2021 Mid-Year Budget Amendment (5-0)
• Approved IV-D Cooperative Reimbursement Grant Extension for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved $28,380,700.11 in claims payable (5-0)
• Approved $235,000 settlement of Gunthorpe v. Calhoun County via consent agenda
• Approved consent agenda including road department Act 51 report and P-Drive North abandonment

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including road improvement agreements, service credit purchases, a lease with Alternative Choices LLC, a prisoner transport agreement with Livonia, a law enforcement contract for Homer Village, and a construction bid award. They will also approve claims payable totaling $9,575,350.92 and acknowledge resolutions from other counties opposing vaccine passports and other state policies.

• CCRD Local and Primary Road Improvement Agreements: Albion Township and Leroy Township (Local); Bedford Township (Primary)
• Lease Agreement with Alternative Choices, LLC (Action: Motion to Approve by Roll Call Vote)
• Agreement with the City of Livonia for Prisoner Transport and Lodging (Action: Motion to Approve by Roll Call Vote)
• 2021 Homer Village Law Enforcement Contract (Action: Motion to Approve by Roll Call Vote)
• Claims Payable for June 10, 2021 through July 8, 2021 in the amount of $9,575,350.92

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved a lease renewal with Alternative Choices, LLC, agreements with the City of Livonia for prisoner transport and lodging, and a 2021 law enforcement contract with Homer Village. The board also awarded a construction bid for a road improvement project in Leroy Township, approved a new reduced fee for food safety review and test, and accepted the June 2021 financials. Claims payable for June 10 through July 8, 2021, were approved in the amount of $9,575,350.92.

• Approved the agenda and minutes of the June 17, 2021 meeting as presented.
• Approved the consent agenda, including road improvement agreements and MERS service credit purchases.
• Approved the Lease Agreement with Alternative Choices, LLC for office space in the Albion Human Services Building.
• Approved the Agreement with the City of Livonia for Prisoner Transport and Lodging for a four-year contract.
• Approved the 2021 Homer Village Law Enforcement Contract renewal.
• Approved the CCRD Construction Bid Award for the 2 1/2 Mile Road Improvement in Leroy Township.
• Approved the Health Department's new reduced fee for a condensed food safety review and test program.
• Approved the Calhoun County June 2021 Financials and Claims Payable totaling $9,575,350.92.

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution authorizing bonds for Endeavor Charter Academy, and will consider several contracts, fee schedule updates, and a road construction award. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, claims payable, and appointments, plus a closed session for pending litigation.

• Public hearing and resolution for bonds benefiting Endeavor Charter Academy
• Contract to pave Emily Corlett south of Kiethen Way
• Award construction contract to Hoffman Brothers for J Drive S. in Albion Township
• 2021 fee schedule updates
• Claims payable of $2,783,883.85 for May 28–June 9, 2021

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing bonds for Endeavor Charter Academy, a Juneteenth Day proclamation, and a consent agenda including grants and reappointments. They also approved a deficit elimination plan for the Lake Level Capital Project Fund, a new staffing allocation, senior services contracts, a new board appointment policy, revised standing rules, May 2021 financials, an updated fee schedule (4-2-1), a BCATS funding resolution, and a road construction contract. The board entered closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved bond issuance for Endeavor Charter Academy (7-0)
• Approved Juneteenth Day Proclamation (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including grants and reappointments (7-0)
• Approved Lake Level Capital Project Fund Deficit Elimination Plan Year 2 (7-0)
• Approved staffing allocation for Equalization Clerk (7-0)
• Approved Senior Services Strategic Project Contracts (7-0)
• Approved Board and Committee Appointment Policy (7-0)
• Approved 2021 Fee Schedule updates (4-2-1)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will vote on several items, including property tax resolutions, a new zoning coordinator position, and a second addendum to the Homer Village law enforcement contract. They will also consider a resolution authorizing the Medical Care Facility to pursue a PPP loan and approve claims payable totaling $2,468,331.36.

• 2021 Summer and Winter Property Tax Resolutions
• Staffing Allocation Request for new Zoning Coordinator position
• Second Addendum to Homer Village Law Enforcement Contract
• Resolution authorizing Calhoun County Medical Care Facility to pursue PPP loan
• Claims payable for May 14-27, 2021: $2,468,331.36

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved the 2021 summer and winter property tax resolutions with no changes in millage rates, and approved a new zoning coordinator position for Community Development. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a resolution authorizing the Calhoun County Medical Care Facility to pursue a PPP loan, and approved claims payable totaling $2,468,331.36. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved 2021 summer and winter property tax resolutions (7-0)
• Approved new zoning coordinator position for Community Development (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including PPP loan resolution for Medical Care Facility (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $2,468,331.36 (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of May 20, 2021 meeting (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners held a special workshop on May 28, 2021, to discuss the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and potential uses of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. Presentations covered eligible uses, economic and tourism impacts, court needs, household and business financial assistance, and housing/workforce initiatives. No formal decisions or votes on funding allocations were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Approved agenda for May 28, 2021 special workshop (7-0)
• No funding allocations or policy decisions made during workshop

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved a contract with GovPros for countywide payment processing, which is expected to provide cost recovery and fraud protection. The board also approved the Albion Trailhead construction contract with Hoffman Brothers, the April 2021 financials, and designated Southern Michigan Bank & Trust as the main banking depository. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved GovPros countywide payment processing contract (7-0)
• Approved Albion Trailhead construction contract with Hoffman Brothers (7-0)
• Approved April 2021 financials (7-0)
• Designated Southern Michigan Bank & Trust as main banking depository (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including road agreements and engineering reimbursement (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $13,824,962.14 (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will vote on several items, including creating a Broadband Task Force, approving road agreements, accepting grant awards, and contracting for site readiness planning and park improvements. They will also review March 2021 financials and approve claims payable totaling $5,267,973.84.

• Creation of Calhoun County Broadband Task Force with 11 initial members
• Consent for local road agreements with Albion and Eckford Townships
• FY21 Calhoun County Public Health Department grant awards
• Site Readiness Planning contracts with Burns & McDonnell
• Kimball Pines Park contract with PEA Group

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included appointments to the Senior Millage Allocation Committee and the creation of a Broadband Task Force. They also approved a $263,000 grant application for replacing road department vehicles, the March 2021 financials, site readiness planning contracts with Burns & McDonnell (6-1), and a contract with PEA Group for the Kimball Pines Park project. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including SMAC appointment and Broadband Task Force creation (7-0)
• Approved EGLE grant application for road vehicle replacements, $263,000 (7-0)
• Approved March 2021 financials (7-0)
• Approved Site Readiness Planning contracts with Burns & McDonnell (6-1)
• Approved Kimball Pines Park Contract with PEA Group (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $6,007,380.64 (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several items, including authorizing 2021 pension obligation bonds, a road use agreement with a solar project, and approving claims payable totaling $8,253,251.13. They will also hear a presentation on the 2021 equalization report and consider various contracts and agreements.

• 2021 Equalization Report and Resolution
• Road Use Agreement with Calhoun County Solar Project, LLC
• Authorization to Issue 2021 Pension Obligation Bonds
• Contract with City of Westland for prisoner transport and lodging
• Claims payable of $8,253,251.13

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved issuing 2021 pension obligation bonds to pay nearly all unfunded pension liabilities, along with several contracts and agreements. The board also approved the 2021 Equalization Report, an early retirement incentive program, and a proclamation for National County Government Month. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved 2021 Pension Obligation Bonds (7-0)
• Approved 2021 Equalization Report and Resolution (7-0)
• Approved Early Retirement Incentive Program (7-0)
• Approved Contract with City of Westland for prisoner transport and lodging (7-0)
• Approved MDOT Contract 21-5001 for tree removal (7-0)
• Approved Contract with Kofile for Clerk's Records Management Upgrade (7-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 to MSU Extension Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Claims Payable of $8,253,251.13 (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will consider a countywide broadband initiative, including support resolutions and agreements with Merit Network, Inc. They will also vote on numerous road and bridge contracts, bid awards, and other administrative items. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, claims, and appointments.

• Broadband initiative presentation and approval of support resolution and Merit Network agreements
• Claims payable for Feb 26-Mar 11, 2021 totaling $2,020,173.94
• CCRD 6.5 Mile Road and Harper Village Drive signal modernization design contract award
• CCRD bridge program support resolutions for 12 bridge structures for 2024 funding
• Health Department mobile medical unit bid award

The Board of Commissioners approved a Broadband Initiative Support Resolution and two agreements with Merit Network, Inc. for a broadband coverage assessment and data collection, all by unanimous 7-0 votes. The board also approved a consent agenda and numerous road department contracts, including bids for culverts, asphalt, salt, and materials testing, as well as a design contract for signal modernization and support resolutions for bridge funding.

• Approved Broadband Initiative Support Resolution (Res. 041-2021) by 7-0 vote.
• Approved Merit Network, Inc. Membership Agreement (Res. 042-2021) by 7-0 vote.
• Approved Merit Network, Inc. Broadband Data Collection Services Agreement (Res. 043-2021) by 7-0 vote.
• Approved Consent Agenda (Res. 044-2021) by 7-0 vote, including SMAC reappointments and other items.
• Approved FireKeepers Local Revenue Sharing Board Administrative Services Agreement 2021 (Res. 045-2021) by 7-0 vote.
• Approved CCRD 6.5 Mile Road and Harper Village Drive Signal Modernization Design Contract Award (Res. 046-2021) by 7-0 vote.
• Approved CCRD Bridge Program County Support Resolutions for 12 Bridge Structures for 2024 Funding (Res. 047-2021) by 7-0 vote.
• Approved CCRD Biennial Bridge Inspection Program Award to Great Lakes Engineering Group (Res. 048-2021) by 6-1 vote, with Comr. Miller dissenting.

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including seeking grant funding for a culvert replacement, amending the inmate medical contract, and waiving 2021 food license and inspection fees. They will also consider a proclamation for March for Meals Month and approve claims payable of $3,201,571.50.

• Resolution to seek grant for E Drive North culvert replacement over Minges Brook, with up to $250,000 in matching funds
• First Amendment to SWMBH Intergovernmental Contract
• MERS Service Credit Purchase for Guy Picketts
• Local Road Agreements with Albion and Eckford Townships
• Waiver of 2021 Food Licenses and Other Inspection Fees

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved a waiver of 2021 food licenses and other inspection fees, providing $288,000 in relief to businesses affected by COVID-19 restrictions. The board also approved the 2021 Native American Heritage Fund Board Administrative Services Agreement, an amendment to the inmate medical contract to enhance mental health services in the jail, and a consent agenda including road agreements and EDC reappointments. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved waiver of 2021 food licenses and inspection fees, $288,000 total (7-0)
• Approved 2021 Native American Heritage Fund Board Administrative Services Agreement (7-0)
• Approved Inmate Medical Contract Amendment for higher mental health services in jail (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including E Drive North culvert support, SWMBH contract amendment, MERS service credit purchase, road agreements with Albion & Eckford Townships, and EDC board reappointments (7-0)
• Approved March for Meals Month proclamation (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $3,201,571.50 for Feb 12-25, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of prior sessions (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners held a special orientation meeting on February 19, 2021, via Zoom. The session included departmental overviews and discussions on topics such as county administration, communications, human resources, finance, road projects, and ethics. No formal actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes reappointments, a lease-purchase agreement for four plow trucks, and a resolution authorizing delinquent tax anticipation notes. They will also consider a staffing allocation change and a medical director contract amendment. The meeting is held virtually by Zoom.

• Lease purchase agreement for four plow trucks for the Road Department
• Resolution to authorize delinquent tax anticipation notes
• 2021 staffing allocation change for Administrative Services
• Medical Director Contract Amendment 2021
• Claims payable listing of $2,275,095.32 for Jan 29–Feb 11, 2021

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including a resolution to authorize delinquent tax anticipation notes, a staffing allocation change in Administrative Services, and a medical director contract amendment. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included appointments and a lease purchase agreement for four plow trucks, and approved claims payable totaling $2,275,095.32.

• Approved delinquent tax anticipation notes resolution (7-0)
• Approved 2021 staffing allocation change for Administrative Services (7-0)
• Approved Medical Director Contract Amendment 2021 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments and plow truck lease purchase (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $2,275,095.32 (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to consider a consent agenda with numerous appointments to boards and committees, and take action on new business items including issuing 2021 pension obligation bonds and awarding a chip seal contract. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, claims payable, and public comment periods.

• Notice of Intent to Issue 2021 Pension Obligation Bonds and approval of Comprehensive Financial Plan
• RFB#122-20 Chip Seal Slag Award
• Claims Payable for January 15-28, 2021 in the amount of $4,667,673.23
• Appointments to County Administrator/Controller Evaluation Committee, Budget Committee, and various boards
• Appointment of Commissioner Gary Tompkins to EDC to fill vacancy

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to issue 2021 Pension Obligation Bonds and adopt a comprehensive financial plan to fund unfunded liabilities for two closed defined benefit pension plans, with estimated savings up to 40% or $11 million over the life of the bonds. The board also approved a chip seal slag contract for the Road Department and the consent agenda containing numerous appointments to county boards and committees. Claims payable for January 15-28, 2021 were approved in the amount of $4,667,673.23.

• Approved Notice of Intent to Issue 2021 Pension Obligation Bonds and Comprehensive Financial Plan (7-0)
• Approved RFB#122-20 Chip Seal Slag Award to Yellow Rose Transport (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda with appointments to boards and committees (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $4,667,673.23 (7-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes of previous session (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to consider several road and bridge contracts with the Michigan Department of Transportation, a bridge design award, a medical marijuana grant, and a $2,988,721.71 claims payable listing. The board will also vote on appointments to the Solid Waste Management Planning Advisory Committee and a dust control contract assignment. Most items are up for approval by roll call vote.

• MDOT contracts for Capital Avenue SW, Morgan Road, Division Drive, and Partello Road Phase II
• Raymond Road Bridge Design Award
• 2021 Medical Marijuana Operation and Oversight Grant
• Claims payable of $2,988,721.71 for Dec 30, 2020 – Jan 14, 2021
• Solid Waste Management Planning Advisory Committee appointments

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved four MDOT road contracts totaling an estimated $3 million for summer road improvements, a bridge design award, a medical marijuana grant, and the consent agenda. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The board also approved claims payable of $2,988,721.71.

• Approved MDOT Contract #20-5462 Capital Avenue, SW (7-0)
• Approved MDOT Contract #20-5481 Morgan Road (7-0)
• Approved MDOT Contract #20-5484 Division Drive (7-0)
• Approved MDOT Contract #20-5463 Partello Road Phase II (7-0)
• Approved Raymond Road Bridge Design Award (7-0)
• Approved 2021 Medical Marijuana Operation and Oversight Grant (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including FY21 CCPHD grants, Solid Waste appointments, Dust Control Contract Assignment, and 457(b) Plan Amendment (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $2,988,721.71 (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners is holding its annual organizational session, where members will take the oath of office and elect a board chairperson and vice chair. The board will also consider routine items including approval of minutes, a consent agenda with a Red Roof Inn shared facility agreement, the 2021 meeting schedule, and a claims payable listing of $3,313,125.24.

• Election of Board Chairperson and Vice Chair
• Approval of Red Roof Inn Shared Facility Agreement
• Approval of 2021 BOC Meeting Schedule
• Claims Payable for Dec 11-29, 2020: $3,313,125.24
• Oath of Office for commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners held its organizational session, electing Steve Frisbie as Chairperson and Gary Tompkins as Vice Chairperson for the 2021-2022 term. The board also approved the 2021 meeting schedule, the consent agenda, and claims payable totaling $3,313,125.24. All votes were unanimous except the leadership elections, which were split.

• Elected Steve Frisbie as Chairperson (5-2)
• Elected Gary Tompkins as Vice Chairperson (4-3)
• Approved 2021 Board of Commissioners Meeting Schedule (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Red Roof Inn Shared Facility Agreement (7-0)
• Approved claims payable of $3,313,125.24 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 17, 2020 session (7-0)