Calhoun County public meetings in 2025

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and Appropriations, the 2026 agreement with the MSU Extension Services, the POAM collective bargaining agreement for 2026‑2028, and a pledge of full faith and credit for Goguac Lake Level Special Assessment Notes. The Consent Agenda, which included the intent to create a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, was also approved. All roll‑call votes recorded six yes votes with one commissioner excused.

• Approved FY 2026 Budget and Appropriations (YES – 6, Excused – 1)
• Approved 2026 MSU Extension Services agreement (YES – 6, Excused – 1)
• Approved POAM Collective Bargaining Agreement 2026‑2028 (YES – 6, Excused – 1)
• Approved Goguac Lake Level Special Assessment Notes pledge (YES – 6, Excused – 1)
• Approved Claims Payable $4,967,621.63 for Nov 13‑24 2025 (YES – 6, Excused – 1)
• Approved Consent Agenda, including intent to create a Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Holiday Season National Enforcement Mobilization proclamation (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2026 budget recommendation. The body will also consider agreements for park improvements and county land bank financing.

• Public hearing for 2026 Administrator/Controller's Budget Recommendation
• Claims payable for Oct 30 to Nov 12 in the amount of $4,310,966.99
• MDNR Grant Agreement for North Branch Park Boat Launch Renovation
• MDNR Agreement for Historic Bridge Park Improvements
• State of Michigan spending item for CCSO Taser Replacement

The Board approved multiple items, including MDNR grant agreements for North Branch Park boat launch and Historic Bridge Park improvements, a state‑directed spending item to replace sheriff’s tasers, and a resolution supporting the Calhoun County Land Bank Authority’s financing to aid housing rehabilitation. All motions passed unanimously by voice or roll‑call vote. A proclamation honoring local substance‑abuse coalitions was also adopted.

• Approved MDNR Grant Agreement for North Branch Park Boat Launch Renovation (7-0 roll call)
• Approved MDNR Agreement for Historic Bridge Park Improvements (7-0 roll call)
• Approved State of Michigan Legislatively Directed Spending Item: CCSO Taser Replacement (7-0 roll call)
• Approved County Support for Calhoun County Land Bank Authority Financing (7-0 roll call)
• Adopted Proclamation honoring substance‑abuse coalitions (voice vote carried)
• Approved Consent Agenda including reappointment and emergency management work agreement (voice vote carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the claims payable list for October, totaling $8.35 million, and to acknowledge resolutions regarding a drain relinquishment and veteran service grants. The agenda includes proclamations for Operation Green Light and the Marshall Community Foundation's anniversary.

• Claims Payable: $8,354,885.42 for Oct 9-29, 2025
• Proclamation: Operation Green Light for Veterans 2025
• Resolution: 11 Mile Road Drain — Relinquishment to MDOT
• Grant: FY26 County Veteran Service Fund Amendment
• Grant Application: FY26 STOP School Violence Program

The Calhoun County Board approved the $8,354,885.42 claims payable for October 9‑29, 2025 and a $500,000 federal grant for the STOP School Violence program. It also adopted two proclamations honoring veterans and the Marshall Community Foundation, and cleared the consent agenda. All votes were unanimous or passed by voice vote.

• Approved $8,354,885.42 claims payable (roll‑call vote 7‑0)
• Approved $500,000 Health Department STOP School Violence grant (roll‑call vote 7‑0)
• Approved Operation Green Light for Veterans 2025 proclamation (voice vote)
• Approved Marshall Community Foundation 55th Anniversary proclamation (voice vote)
• Approved agenda for the regular session (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of the Oct 16, 2025 Property Tax Apportionment meeting (voice vote)
• Approved the consent agenda, including road drain relinquishment and grant amendments (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will present and approve the 2025 Apportionment Report. The board is also considering resolutions regarding judicial salaries and staffing for the Veterans Affairs Office.

• Approval of Claims Payable for Sept 25 to Oct 8, 2025, totaling $8,595,163.10
• 2025 Apportionment Report presentation and approval
• Judicial Salaries resolution effective October 1, 2025
• Veterans Affairs Office authorized staffing request
• Senior Services Contract Amendment for Guardian Finance & Advocacy Services

The commissioners approved the 2025 Property Tax Apportionment Report, a proclamation for National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, a Veterans Affairs Office staffing request, and the September‑October claims payable totaling $8,595,163.10. All motions carried by voice vote or roll‑call vote. The meeting also adopted the consent agenda covering several routine resolutions.

• Approved 2025 Apportionment Report (roll‑call vote 6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week proclamation (voice vote)
• Approved Veterans Affairs Office staffing request (roll‑call vote 6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved Claims Payable $8,595,163.10 for Sep 25‑Oct 8, 2025 (roll‑call vote 6‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of Oct 2, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda including judicial salaries and other routine resolutions (voice vote)
• Approved the proclamation signed by Chair Derek King

Board of Commissioners

The Board elected Brendel Hatley (Democrat) and Kathy Scarlata (Republican) to the Calhoun County Board of Canvassers for four‑year terms. A motion to appoint Christine Kosmowski to the board failed. The Board also approved the $8,210,821.27 claims payable for September and adopted the Project Connect/Veterans Standdown proclamation.

• Approved agenda (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved minutes of September 18, 2025 meeting (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved Project Connect/Veterans Standdown proclamation (voice vote, motion carried)
• Elected Brendel Hatley (Democrat) to Board of Canvassers (YES 5, NO 1, EXCUSED 1, motion carried)
• Elected Kathy Scarlata (Republican) to Board of Canvassers (YES 6, EXCUSED 1, motion carried)
• Motion to appoint Christine Kosmowski to Board of Canvassers failed (YES 1, NO 5, EXCUSED 1, motion failed)
• Approved CCRD Traffic Control Order for 11 Mile Rd & N Dr N (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved Claims Payable $8,210,821.27 for Sep 11‑24, 2025 (YES 6, EXCUSED 1, motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will review claims payable totaling $4,248,321.71. The board is also considering a purchase contract for the Prosecutor's Office NICE Justice Evidence system and updates to the IT Acceptable Use policy.

• Claims payable for August 28 to September 10, 2025, in the amount of $4,248,321.71
• Prosecutor's Office NICE Justice Evidence purchase contract
• Revisions to Board Policy #435 - IT Acceptable Use
• CCRD Traffic Control Order for C Drive N & 13 Mile Rd.
• 2025-2026 Court Child Care Fund Annual Plan and Budget

The Calhoun County Board approved a $4,248,321.71 claims payable, a contract for the Prosecutor’s NICE Justice evidence‑management system, and updates to Board Policy #435 – IT Acceptable Use, each by a 7‑0 roll‑call vote. It also adopted the consent agenda and honored Luann Sommers and Marie Ames with the 2025 Joanne Konkle Leadership Awards.

• Approved $4,248,321.71 Claims Payable (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved Prosecutor's Office NICE Justice Evidence Purchase Contract (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved revisions to Board Policy #435 – IT Acceptable Use (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved Consent Agenda (voice vote)
• Approved Joanne Konkle Leadership Award Resolutions honoring Luann Sommers and Marie Ames (voice vote)
• Approved agenda for the September 18, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of the September 4, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Diane Peters to Senior Millage Allocation Committee (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will review the FY26 budget for the Public Health Department and the appropriation of 2025 opioid settlement funds. The board is also considering the purchase of real property and several service agreements.

• Calhoun County Public Health Department FY26 Budget
• 2025 Opioid Settlement Funds Appropriation
• Purchase of real property at 15290 15 Mile Rd
• Interlocal Agreement for IT Services with the City of Marshall
• Claims payable for August 14–27, 2025, totaling $3,805,585.52

The board approved the FY 2026 budget for the County Public Health Department, noting a $1.4 million reduction in federal funding. It also adopted a $600,000 appropriation of 2025 opioid settlement funds for treatment, drug court, and harm‑reduction programs. Additionally, commissioners authorized the purchase of property at 15290 15 Mile Rd to relocate the recycling center, and approved several agreements and a $3.8 million claims payable.

• Approved FY 2026 Public Health Department budget (6‑0)
• Approved 2025 Opioid Settlement Funds appropriation (~$600,000) (6‑0)
• Authorized purchase of real property at 15290 15 Mile Rd for recycling center (5‑0‑1 abstain)
• Approved amendment to CCCDA Administrative Services Agreement (6‑0)
• Approved Interlocal IT Services Agreement with City of Marshall (6‑0)
• Approved Greenhouse Applicant Tracking System for HR (6‑0)
• Approved Claims Payable $3,805,585.52 for Aug 14‑27 2025 (6‑0)
• Approved updated bylaws of Michigan Works! Southwest Workforce Development Board (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the 2024 audited financial statements and Act 51 report. Members will consider the authorization of capital improvement bonds and grant applications for the Health Department and Sheriff's Office.

• Acceptance of 2024 Audited Financial Statements and 2024 Act 51 Report
• Authorization to issue Capital Improvement Bonds
• Claims payable for July 31 to August 13, 2025, totaling $6,428,269.61
• FY26 Community Health Worker grant application for the Health Department
• FY2026 Secondary Road Patrol Grant for the Sheriff's Office

The Calhoun County Board accepted the 2024 audited financial statements and the Act 51 report. It approved the consent agenda, which included several board appointments. The Board also authorized $3.7 M in capital‑improvement bonds and approved three grant allocations totaling $816,800. Finally, it ratified $6.43 M in claims payable for July‑August 2025.

• Approved 2024 Audited Financial Statements and Act 51 Report (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved Consent Agenda with board appointments (voice vote, motion carried)
• Authorized issuance of $3.7 M capital improvement bonds (Roll Call vote 7‑0)
• Approved $200,000 Health Department FY26 Community Health Worker grant (Roll Call vote 7‑0)
• Approved $216,800 Sheriff's Office FY2026 Secondary Road Patrol grant (Roll Call vote 7‑0)
• Approved $6,428,269.61 Claims Payable for July‑August 2025 (Roll Call vote 7‑0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider 2025 mid-year budget amendments and a contract amendment for prisoner transport and lodging with the City of Livonia. The meeting includes a presentation on the CCRD Facilities Improvement Project and the Sheriff's Office accreditation status.

• 2025 Mid-Year Budget Amendments
• Claims payable from June 19 to July 30, 2025, totaling $13,002,009.70
• Sheriff's Office Contract Amendment for City of Livonia Misdemeanor Prisoner Transport and Lodging
• Appointment of Dr. Nicolas Kostelecky as New Deputy Medical Examiner at WMed
• Health Department Grant Request for State of Michigan FY2026 TPIP

The Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes by voice vote. It adopted the consent agenda, including the appointment of a new deputy medical examiner. Commissioners voted 6‑0 to approve a one‑year sheriff contract amendment with Livonia that adds $236,000 in reimbursements, the 2025 mid‑year budget amendments, and claims payable totaling $13,002,009.70.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved minutes (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of new Deputy Medical Examiner (Res.093-2025, voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff's Office contract amendment with City of Livonia, adding $236,000 (Res.094-2025, 6‑0)
• Approved 2025 Mid-Year Budget Amendments (Res.095-2025, 6‑0)
• Approved Claims Payable $13,002,009.70 for June‑July 2025 (Res.096-2025, 6‑0)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will vote on claims payable totaling $8,657,891.93. The body will also discuss a culvert replacement on 13 Mile Rd and a road use agreement with Consumers Energy.

• Claims payable for May 29 to June 18, 2025, in the amount of $8,657,891.93
• 13 Mile Rd Culvert Replacement
• CCRD Road Use Agreement with Consumers Energy
• 2025 Parks Millage Allocations for Albion and Emmett Townships
• CCPHD Grant Request for FY25 Gilead Pharmaceuticals FOCUS FAMP

The Calhoun County Board approved its agenda, minutes, a proclamation, and the consent agenda by voice vote. It also approved the 13 Mile Road culvert replacement, a road use agreement with Consumers Energy, a public‑health grant request, and $8,657,891.93 in claims payable, each by roll‑call vote of six to zero.

• Approved agenda (Res.083-2025) – voice vote carried
• Approved June 5 minutes (Res.084-2025) – voice vote carried
• Approved Battle Creek Club proclamation (Res.085-2025) – voice vote carried
• Approved consent agenda (Res.086-2025) – voice vote carried
• Approved 13 Mile Road Culvert Replacement (Res.087-2025) – 6‑0 roll call
• Approved CCRD Road Use Agreement with Consumers Energy (Res.088-2025) – 6‑0 roll call
• Approved CCPHD grant request for FY25 (Res.089-2025) – 6‑0 roll call
• Approved claims payable of $8,657,891.93 (Res.090-2025) – 6‑0 roll call

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will review a claims payable listing and several staffing requests. The body is also considering resolutions for road projects and a professional services agreement for building controls.

• Claims payable for May 9 through May 28, 2025, totaling $20,008,560.05
• CCRD additional 2025 local road projects
• Staffing requests for Sheriff's Office, Information Technology, and CCRD
• Professional Services Agreement for Master Building Controls
• Memorandum of Understanding between Senior Services and South Michigan Food Bank

The Board approved a claims payable of $20,008,560.05 for May 9‑28, 2025. It also adopted a Master Building Controls professional services agreement and authorized new positions for the Road Department, Sheriff's Office, and Information Technology. Two proclamations were adopted, designating National Juneteenth Day 2025 and recognizing dispatchers and firefighters in Bedford and Pennfield Townships. All votes on these items were unanimous.

• Approved Proclamation: National Juneteenth Day 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved Proclamation recognizing Calhoun County dispatch and firefighters (voice vote)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (voice vote)
• Approved Master Building Controls – Professional Services Agreement (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved Road Department Authorized Staffing Request (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved Sheriff's Office Authorized Staffing Request (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved Information Technology Authorized Staffing Request (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved Claims Payable $20,008,560.05 for May 9‑28 2025 (7‑0 roll call)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will meet to address 2025 summer and winter property tax resolutions. The board will also review a staffing request for a new PPO Coordinator for the Circuit Court Clerk.

• Claims payable for April 24, 2025, through May 8, 2025, totaling $5,090,457.95
• Calhoun County 2025 Summer and Winter Property Tax Resolution
• FY26 County Veteran Service Fund Grant Application from Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
• Road Department Policy 514 regarding mailboxes
• First Amendment to the Intergovernmental Agreement with the State Land Bank Authority

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners approved the 2025 summer and winter property tax resolution, authorizing the countywide levy with a 5‑0 roll call vote. They also approved a staffing request for a new Personal Protection Order Coordinator, again by a 5‑0 roll call vote. The Board accepted the Claims Payable listing of $5,090,457.95 and adopted the consent agenda, which included a veteran service fund grant, a road department mailbox policy update, and an intergovernmental agreement amendment.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of May 1, 2025 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda (voice vote) – veteran grant, road policy, intergovernmental agreement
• Approved 2025 Summer and Winter Property Tax Resolution (5‑0 roll call)
• Approved new PPO Coordinator staffing request (5‑0 roll call)
• Approved Claims Payable listing of $5,090,457.95 (5‑0 roll call)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will discuss a staffing proposal for the youth center and a law enforcement services agreement between the CCSO and Lee Township. The board is also reviewing revised policies regarding contracts, purchasing, military leave, and personnel files.

• Claims payable for April 2 through April 23, 2025, totaling $4,329,899.84
• Law Enforcement Services Agreement between CCSO and Lee Township
• Youth Center Staffing Proposal
• 2025 Native American Heritage Fund Administrative Services Agreement
• 2025 FireKeepers Local Revenue Sharing Board Administrative Services Agreement

The Calhoun County Board approved a Youth Center staffing change, a law‑enforcement services agreement with Lee Township that adds a full‑time deputy, revisions to board policies on contracts and purchasing, and the April claims payable of $4,329,899.84. All motions passed with six votes in favor and one commissioner excused. The proclamation designating May 11‑17 as National Police Week was also adopted.

• Approved Youth Center Staffing Proposal (6‑0, 1 excused)
• Approved Law Enforcement Services Agreement with Lee Township (6‑0, 1 excused)
• Approved Revised Board Policies #235 Contracts and #405 Purchasing (6‑0, 1 excused)
• Approved April claims payable of $4,329,899.84 (6‑0, 1 excused)
• Approved Proclamation – National Police Week (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved Consent Agenda including senior millage reappointments and service agreements (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved agenda for the meeting (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved minutes of April 15 Equalization Meeting (voice vote, motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will approve claims payable, a veteran service fund grant, and a road rehabilitation bid. The meeting also includes proclamations and committee appointments.

• Claims payable for $10,976,277.20
• Amendment to FY25 County Veteran Service Fund Grant
• CCRD bid award for 6 1/2 Mile Rd & Woodland Hills Subdivision
• Road Work Agreement for Red Maple Rd
• 2025 Parks Millage Allocations

The Board approved the 2025 Equalization Report and Resolution, adopting a 7% increase in countywide equalized property values. It also approved a road work agreement for Red Maple Road, awarded a bid for 6½ Mile Road and Woodland Hills Subdivision rehabilitation, and authorized payment of $10,976,277.20 in claims. Several proclamations recognizing National Therapy Animal Day, National County Government Month, and National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week were adopted. The consent agenda and routine items such as the agenda and minutes were also approved.

• Approved agenda (Res.048-2025) – voice vote, motion carried
• Approved minutes (Res.049-2025) – voice vote, motion carried
• Approved 2025 Equalization Report and Resolution (Res.053-2025) – roll call vote 6‑0, motion carried
• Approved Road Work Agreement for Red Maple Road (Res.055-2025) – roll call vote 6‑0, motion carried
• Approved CCRD Bid Award for 6½ Mile Road & Woodland Hills Subdivision (Res.056-2025) – roll call vote 6‑0, motion carried
• Approved Claims Payable $10,976,277.20 (Res.057-2025) – roll call vote 6‑0, motion carried
• Approved Proclamation – National Therapy Animal Day (Res.050-2025) – voice vote, motion carried
• Approved Proclamation – National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (Res.052-2025) – voice vote, motion carried

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will approve claims payable, a road salt contract, and pothole patching services. The board will also consider resolutions for broadband appointments, tax anticipation notes, and a solar project road use agreement.

• Claims payable of $3,813,260.96
• RFP#103-25 Sodium Chloride (Road Salt)
• RFQ#106-25 Pothole Patching
• Sunfish Solar 2 Project Road Use Agreement
• Calhoun County Broadband Task Force Committee Appointments

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve claims payable totaling $3,988,898.76. The agenda includes several board appointments and a bid award for asphalt emulsions.

• Claims payable for Feb 13 to Feb 26 in the amount of $3,988,898.76
• CCRD Bid Award: RFP#102-25 Asphalt Emulsions
• Proclamation for 23rd Annual March for Meals Month
• Appointments for Local Jail Population Management Committee, TACC Board, and EDC Board
• Updated 2025 Board of Commissioners' Meeting Schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will consider a health department staffing proposal and a collective bargaining agreement for COAM. The board is also voting on a large volume of committee and board appointments and the approval of claims payable.

• Claims payable for Jan 30 to Feb 12, 2025, totaling $3,958,764.31
• CCRD 2025 Plow Truck Financing Resolution
• COAM Collective Bargaining Agreement (Jan 1, 2025 to Dec 31, 2025)
• Health Department Staffing Proposal
• Changes to Board Policy #326 (Harassment) and Policy #328 (DEI and Civility)

Board of Commissioners

The Calhoun County Board of Commissioners will discuss budget adjustments for the Health Department and a lease renewal for W.E. Upjohn Institute office space for 2025-2035. The board will also review road project agreements and equipment replacements for the CCRD.

• Claims payable for January 9 through January 29, 2025, totaling $8,540,719.24
• Lease renewal for W.E. Upjohn Institute office space (2025-2035)
• CCRD MDOT Federal Aid Contract 24-5550 for 28 Mile Rd. Phase III Road Improvements
• FY25 Health Department Budget Adjustments
• Loganwood Acres North Road & Drainage Plan Approval

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chairperson for 2025-2026 and a Vice Chair for 2025. The meeting includes a public hearing and the adoption of the 2025-2029 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The Board will also review claims payable totaling $8,372,379.27.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2025-2029 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Claims payable for Dec 12, 2024 through Jan 8, 2025 in the amount of $8,372,379.27
• CCRD Federal Aid Contract 24-5468: B Dr. N Improvements
• CCRD Federal Aid Contracts: Struwin Road & B Drive S. Tree Removals
• 2025 BCBSM Renewal Documents