Cass County public meetings in 2025

EDC Subcommittee

The EDC Subcommittee on Housing Restoration & Development will meet to discuss a housing study quote and potential funding partners. The body will also review a draft letter and a project timeline.

• Housing study quote
• Potential funding partners
• Draft letter
• Project timeline

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider three motions in the open session: approving the regular meeting schedule (M-185-2025), approving the administrator's contract (M-186-2025), and adopting the county Master Plan (M-187-2025). After public comment, the board will move to a closed session to discuss personnel matters under M-188-2025. The meeting follows standard procedural items such as call to order, invocation, and agenda approval.

• M-185-2025 – Motion to approve Board of Commissioners regular meeting schedule
• M-186-2025 – Motion to approve Administrator's contract
• M-187-2025 – Motion to adopt the County Master Plan
• M-188-2025 – Motion to enter closed session for personnel matters

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will discuss several appointments, policy updates, and a vehicle purchase. Items include updates from the Road Commission, an IT procurement policy, amendments to bylaws and ACH policy, and the re‑appointment of several commission members. The board will also consider purchasing two 2024 Chevy Silverado pick‑up trucks for the County Department of Emergency Services and the Sheriff's Department.

• Road Commission update
• IT Procurement Policy discussion
• Amendments to Board of Commissioners bylaws and rules of procedure
• ACH (Automatic Clearing House) policy amendments
• Purchase of two 2024 Chevy Silverado trucks for CDET and Sheriff's Department

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will consider two ordinance amendments from Milton Township and the Initial Zoning Ordinance for Ontwa Township. These items are listed under New Business and will be discussed for possible approval.

• Milton Township ordinance amendment (New Business item a)
• Milton Township ordinance amendment (New Business item b)
• Ontwa Township Initial Zoning Ordinance (New Business item c)

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Policy Committee will review the existing IT Procurement Policy under old business. It will consider amendments to the Board of Commissioners’ Bylaws and Rules of Procedure. The committee will also consider a change to the Automatic Clearing House (ACH) Policy. No other actions are listed.

• Review of IT Procurement Policy (old business)
• Amendments to Board of Commissioners Bylaws and Rules of Procedure
• Amendment to Automatic Clearing House (ACH) Policy

Parks and Recreation Board

At the December 11, 2025 regular meeting, the Cass County Parks and Recreation Commission approved changes to the park fee schedule. The entrance fee for out-of-county residents was increased to $5, and fees for special events, Winter Nights, and Dark Sky camping were raised to $3 per person (or 2 canned goods) and $15‑$30 depending on vehicle type. The board also discussed ongoing Dark Sky initiatives, a LWCF grant that remains $200,000 over the award, and upcoming Winter Nights events scheduled for January and February 2026.

• Entrance fee for out-of-county residents raised to $5
• Special Events, Winter Nights, and Dark Sky camping fees raised (e.g., $3 per person or 2 canned goods; $15‑car/$20‑tent/$30‑camper)
• LWCF grant remains $200,000 over the grant after scope reduction
• Dark Sky program planning includes possible dedicated nights in September/October or April
• Winter Nights events scheduled for Jan 24, Jan 31, Feb 7, and Feb 14, 2026 (weather permitting)

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Cass County Appointments Committee will approve the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. It will open sessions for the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission. The committee will also consider an amendment to appoint members.

• Approval of November 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Opening of Southwest Michigan Planning Commission session
• Opening of Parks and Recreation Commission session
• Opening of Planning Commission session
• Consideration of Appointment Amendment

Historical Commission

The Cass County Historical Commission meeting on Dec. 11 will consider several routine items. Commissioners will vote to approve the meeting agenda, the November regular meeting minutes, the November financial report, and any pending bills. The meeting will also include a report from the chair, a gratitude statement, a committee report on the Newton House, and an opportunity for public comment.

• Approve agenda – action item
• Approve November regular meeting minutes – action item
• Approve November financial report – action item
• Approve November bills – action item
• Committee report on Newton House

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple appointments, policy updates, and budget approvals. Items include adopting an appointment procedure policy, amending the delinquent tax revolving fund policy, and approving FY 2026 budgets for the Problem‑Solving Court and a CPLR grant. The meeting also features a new business item to approve the county administrator's contract. Public comment is limited to agenda items only.

• M-180-2025 – Approve Cass County Problem‑Solving Court Budgets FY 2026
• M-182-2025 – Approve CPLR Grant FY 2026
• M-178-2025 – Adopt Boards and Commissions Appointment Procedure Policy
• M-179-2025 – Amend the Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund Policy
• M-183-2025 – Approve administrator contract

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda items, which included claims approvals, minutes, salary adjustments, appointments, and budget allocations. The board then voted to eliminate the Committee of the Whole, with the change taking effect on January 1 2026.

• Approved consent agenda items M-164‑2025 through M-182‑2025, covering claims, meeting minutes, salary adjustments, appointments, and budget items (roll‑call vote, 7‑0)
• Eliminated the Committee of the Whole, effective Jan 1 2026 (roll‑call vote, 7‑0)
• Removed agenda item M-183‑2025 and added discussion on dissolving the Committee of the Whole (agenda amendment)
• Added item M-184‑2025 to the consent agenda for software integration costs for Prosecutor’s Office, Sheriff’s Office, and courts

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on November 20, 2025. During the meeting they will vote on two resolutions: one to approve the revised 2025 Apportionment report and another to approve the revised L‑4029 report. The agenda also includes a recognition of Linda Minnix for her years of service to the county. Public comment is limited to agenda items only.

• Resolution R-26-2025: approve revised 2025 Apportionment report
• Resolution R-27-2025: approve revised L‑4029 report
• Recognition R-25-2025: honor Linda Minnix for years of service

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved its special meeting agenda, adopted a resolution honoring long‑time volunteer Linda Minnix, approved the 2025 Apportionment Report, and set the county millage rate at 6.8888 mills for 2025. All actions were carried with unanimous roll‑call votes except the agenda approval, which passed by voice vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution R-25-25 honoring volunteer Linda Minnix (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution R-26-2025 apportionment report (7‑0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution R-27-2025 levy of 6.8888 mills for 2025 (7‑0 roll call)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will review several personnel and financial items. New business includes a cost‑of‑living adjustment for non‑union staff and the salary schedule for elected officials for 2026. The board will also consider appointments to various boards and policies affecting taxes, grants, and court budgeting. A closed‑session motion on collective‑bargaining strategy is also on the agenda.

• Cost‑of‑living adjustment for non‑union employees
• 2026 elected official salary schedule
• Appointment of Jesse Binns and Thomas Mondschein to Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board (terms expiring 3/31/2028)
• Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund Policy
• Software integration costs for Prosecutor’s Office, Sheriff’s Office, and Courts with corresponding budget adjustment

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the County Master Plan. It will also consider a rezoning request from Calvin Township. No other items are listed for decision.

• Public hearing – Master Plan
• Calvin Township rezoning request
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of October 22, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Public Works

The Cass County Board of Public Works will formally approve the meeting agenda and the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It will also review old business concerning the Bankson Sewer Project. No other specific actions or contracts are listed.

• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of the Bankson Sewer Project

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will approve prior meeting minutes, receive a financial report, hear updates from several subcommittees, and discuss an update on the Market One project.

• Approve September 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve October 22, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Financial report for September 30, 2025
• Subcommittee reports: Brownfield Redevelopment, Housing Restoration & Development, Revolving Loan Fund, Marketing & Tourism
• Market One update

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Cass County Policy Committee will meet to discuss updates to county administrative policies. The body is reviewing procedures for tax funds and board appointments.

• Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund Policy
• Boards and Commissions Appointment Procedure Policy
• Discussion on IT Procurement Policy

Parks and Recreation Board

The Cass County Parks and Recreation Board will discuss a park fee review and make a recommendation. They will also consider an annual pass program and outline goals for 2026. Unfinished business includes updates on the Dark Sky program, special events, and a LWCF grant scope adjustment.

• Park fee review and recommendation
• Annual pass program discussion
• Future goals for 2026
• Donation of a manual telescope for Dark Sky activities
• LWCF grant scope adjustment for bathroom ADA compliance

Historical Commission

The Cass County Historical Commission will vote to approve the meeting agenda and the October regular meeting minutes. It will review the September and October financial report and the September and October bills. The commission will discuss options for a Christmas/Holiday celebration at the December meeting and receive an update on the Newton House from MSU.

• Approval of the agenda (action item)
• Approval of the October regular meeting minutes (action item)
• Financial report for September and October (action item)
• Bills for September and October (action item)
• Discussion of December meeting Christmas/Holiday celebration options

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Cass County Board of Commissioners Appointments Committee will meet to discuss filling vacancies on several local boards, including the Economic Development Corporation, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Southwest Michigan Planning Commission.

• Economic Development Corporation Board: 2 openings
• Parks and Recreation Commission: 4 openings
• Southwest Michigan Planning Commission: 2 openings
• Van Buren/Cass District Board of Health: 1 opening
• Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board: 1 opening

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will vote on several new business items, including appointments to the Veterans Services Board and changes to county security staffing and equipment. It will also consider reclassifying the Court Security Director and approving a grant contract with the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission. These actions are listed on the November 6, 2025 agenda under New Business.

• M-155-2025 – appoint Jimmie Vail to the Veterans Services Board (term ends 12/31/2028)
• M-157-2025 – reclassify the Court Security Director as a non‑union Grade 7 position
• M-158-2025 – approve a Cyber Security Specialist position and corresponding budget adjustment
• M-159-2025 – approve purchase of a replacement firewall and corresponding budget adjustment
• M-161-2025 – approve FY25‑26 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant contract

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a new Cyber Security Specialist position and the related budget adjustment. It also approved the purchase of a replacement firewall, reclassified the Court Security Director as a non‑union Grade 7, and approved the FY25‑26 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant contract. Several appointments were made to the Veterans Services Board and Veterans Advisory Board, and the Board authorized negotiations for a new Administrator employment agreement.

• Approved Cyber Security Specialist position and budget adjustment (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of replacement firewall and budget adjustment (voice vote)
• Reclassified Court Security Director as non‑union Grade 7 (voice vote)
• Appointed Jimmie Vail to Veterans Services Board, term ends 12/31/2028 (voice vote)
• Appointed Kenneth Lebeda to Veterans Services Board, term ends 12/31/2028 (voice vote)
• Appointed Gary Gravit to Veterans Advisory Board, term ends 7/31/2028 (voice vote)
• Approved FY25‑26 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant contract (voice vote)
• Authorized Chair Jones, HR Director Daly, and County Attorney Butterer to negotiate Administrator employment agreement (roll call 7‑1)

Opioid Settlement Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding funding applications and the distribution of Narcan boxes overseen by Woodlands. Members will also debrief on the recent Opioid Summit.

• Update on applications for funding
• Update on Narcan boxes distribution by Woodlands
• Debrief on Opioid Summit

The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting, each by unanimous vote. No other formal actions or votes were recorded. The committee provided updates on funding applications, Narcan box distribution, and the recent opioid summit.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will discuss a recommendation to select a Qualified Environmental Professional to support an EPA grant application. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, public comment, and old business. No decisions on contracts, rezoning, or fee changes are listed.

• Recommendation for Qualified Environmental Professional for EPA grant (new business)

General

The Cass County Land Bank Authority will vote on the 2025‑2026 budget and discuss the State of Michigan Whole Home Performance Pilot Program. A motion will authorize the chairman to complete a Letter of Intent for Community Development Block Grant funds, allocating $225,000 for administration and $1,275,000 for project costs, for a total request of $1,500,000. The board will also review staffing needs for a director, program manager, and administrative manager, and address a vacancy for the member representing the local Economic Development Corporation or Brownfield Board.

• Approval of the 2025‑2026 budget
• Discussion of the State of Michigan Whole Home Performance Pilot Program
• Motion to authorize a $1,500,000 CDBG grant ( $225,000 admin, $1,275,000 project )
• Consideration of land‑bank employee positions (director, program manager, admin manager)
• Board vacancy for the local EDC/Brownfield Board representative

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will meet on October 22, 2025. The commission will address old business and new business items, including a proposed zoning change for Ontwa Township and a worksheet review. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Ontwa Township zoning change
• Worksheet review

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Economic Development Corporation Subcommittee is meeting to conduct organizational business and hold a roundtable discussion. The agenda includes a presentation on the Van Buren County approach by Zach Morris.

• Selection of committee chair
• Roundtable discussion
• Presentation on Van Buren County approach by Zach Morris

EDC Subcommittee

The Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Marketing & Tourism Subcommittee is meeting to select a chair and conduct organizational business. The group will brainstorm county points of pride and discuss branding, messaging, and the county-wide event calendar.

• Selection of committee chair
• Discussion on branding and messaging
• Review of event promotion and county-wide calendar
• Brainstorming session on Cass County points of pride

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Economic Development Corporation Brownfield Redevelopment Committee will meet to select a chair and conduct organizational business. The agenda includes a deep dive into an EPA grant and a discussion on community engagement requirements.

• Selection of committee chair
• Discussion of EPA grant
• Review of community engagement requirements
• Training opportunities

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Cass County Economic Development Corporation Housing Restoration & Development Committee will meet to select a chair and discuss ongoing housing projects, a housing study, and potential grant opportunities.

• Selection of committee chair
• Roundtable discussion on housing needs
• Overview of current housing projects
• Presentation on housing study
• Grant opportunities with Katie Vanderhulst

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to address new business. The primary item for consideration is a motion regarding media storage for the Prosecutor.

• M-150-2025: Motion to approve Prosecutor Media Storage- Evidence.com

The Board approved the October 20, 2025 agenda by voice vote. It also approved the Prosecutor Media Storage system (Evidence.com) by voice vote. Both motions were carried without recorded dissent.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved Prosecutor Media Storage – Evidence.com (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Cass County Salary Committee will review a cost‑of‑living adjustment (COLA) for non‑union employees. It will also consider compensation matters for elected officials and chief deputies, and discuss the creation of an IT cyber security specialist position and a court security director role. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• COLA for non‑union employees
• Compensation for elected officials
• Compensation for chief deputies
• IT cyber security specialist position
• Court security director appointment

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will meet to review the 2026 holiday schedule. The board will also discuss Evidence.com for prosecutor media storage.

• 2026 Holiday Schedule
• Prosecutor Media Storage via Evidence.com

General

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider two items at this special meeting. First, a resolution to approve the 2025 Apportionment Report. Second, a motion to approve a retroactive employment agreement for the interim administrator of Cass County. No other substantive agenda items are listed.

• Resolution R-24-2025 to approve the 2025 Apportionment Report
• Motion M-149-2025 to approve a retroactive employment agreement for the interim administrator

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Cass County Appointments Committee will approve the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss upcoming vacancies on the Economic Development Corporation Board and the Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board. New business includes three openings on the Veterans Services Board and the preparation of board letters.

• Approve September 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Economic Development Corporation Board – 2 upcoming openings
• Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board – 3 upcoming openings
• Veterans Services Board – 3 new openings
• Board letters

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding the Dark Sky project, Lake Park, and Dodd Park. New business items include updates from Patty Dohm, the Friends of Cass County Parks, and an overview of Lawless Park.

• Discussion of LWCF Grant plans and ADA accessible restrooms
• Review of the Friends of Cass County Parks
• Update on the Dr. Lawless International Dark Sky Park
• Discussion of Lake Park and Dodd Park unfinished business
• Overview of Lawless Park

Historical Commission

The Cass County Historical Commission will meet to approve September minutes and financial reports. The body will discuss updates regarding the Newton House and the upcoming Fall Festival.

• MSU-Newton House update
• Fall Festival update

The commission voted to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting. No financial report or bill summary was available. There were no items listed under old or new business, and no further actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider motions to buy a new CCDET vehicle for $30,048.99 and a non‑pursuit Ford Explorer for up to $39,050. It will also hear a resolution authorizing the 2025 Emergency Repair Grant Program and approve the 2025 Special Assessment Rolls. Additional items include approvals of claims, meeting minutes, appointments to the Planning Commission, and letters of understanding for the 2025 Classification & Compensation Study.

• M-140-2025: Purchase a new vehicle for CCDET from C. Wimberly for $30,048.99
• M-141-2025: Authorize purchase of a non‑pursuit Ford Explorer for jail transport, total cost up to $39,050
• R-23-2025: Resolution to authorize the 2025 Emergency Repair Grant Program
• M-142-2025: Approve 2025 Special Assessment Rolls
• M-145-2025: Approve Letter of Understanding with CCIEA General Unit for the 2025 Classification & Compensation Study

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Cass County Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider several motions, including approving a Request for Proposal for Qualified Environmental Professionals under the Brownfield Assessment Grant. They will also schedule a full board meeting for October 22 at 9:15 a.m. and move the November meeting to November 19 to avoid the Thanksgiving holiday. A brief update on the Market One housing project will be presented.

• Approve Request for Proposal for Qualified Environmental Professionals (Brownfield Assessment Grant)
• Schedule full board meeting at 9:15 a.m. on October 22
• Reschedule November meeting to November 19
• Market One Update (Housing)

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its July 23, 2025 meeting. It will consider rescheduling the November meeting. The commission will also discuss the Howard Township large solar project.

• Approval of July 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Reschedule November meeting
• Discussion of Howard Township large solar project

General

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on a compensation study and a CDBG grant application. The board will also discuss budget adjustments for office carpet replacement and emergency internet services.

• Resolution R-21-2025: 2025 Classification and Compensation Study
• Motion M-132-2025: Updated pricing for carpet replacement in Friend of the Court offices
• Motion M-133-2025: Backup emergency internet services at the Law & Courts Building
• Resolution R-22-2025: MI Neighborhood CDBG full application submittal

The Cass County Board adopted the 2025 Classification and Compensation Study and set its implementation date. It approved updated carpet‑replacement pricing for the Friend of the Court offices and the installation of backup emergency internet at the Law & Courts Building, each with a budget adjustment. The board also authorized the County Land Bank Authority to apply for $1,500,000 in CDBG funds for low‑ and moderate‑income homeowner repairs. All motions passed, with roll‑call votes of 7‑0 for the two resolutions and voice votes for the budget items.

• Approved 2025 Classification and Compensation Study (Resolution R-21-2025) – roll call 7‑0 (Langley absent)
• Approved updated carpet replacement pricing for Friend of the Court offices and budget adjustment (M-132-2025) – voice vote
• Approved installation of backup emergency internet at Law & Courts Building and budget adjustment (M-133-2025) – voice vote
• Approved CDBG program application for $1.5M homeowner repairs (Resolution R-22-2025) – roll call 7‑0 (Langley absent)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board will consider appointing Jeff Leininger to the Planning Commission for a term ending July 31, 2026. It will vote on purchasing a new vehicle for the County Criminal Detection and Enforcement Team from C. Wimberly for $30,048.99. The board will also consider authorizing a non‑pursuit Ford Explorer for jail transport, limited to a total cost of $39,050, funded from the Motor Pool Fund.

• Appointment of Jeff Leininger to the Planning Commission (term ends July 31, 2026)
• Purchase of CCDET vehicle from C. Wimberly for $30,048.99
• Authorization of non‑pursuit Ford Explorer for jail transport, total cost up to $39,050

The board approved the meeting agenda and the August 21 minutes by voice vote. Four new business items—a Planning Commission appointment, a CCDET vehicle purchase, a non‑pursuit Ford Explorer for jail transport, and an emergency repair grant program—were each moved to the next regular board meeting agenda by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved August 21 minutes (voice vote)
• Moved appointment of Jeff Leininger to Planning Commission to next meeting (voice vote)
• Moved purchase of CCDET vehicle (up to $30,048.99) to next meeting (voice vote)
• Moved purchase of non‑pursuit Ford Explorer (up to $39,050) to next meeting (voice vote)
• Moved emergency repair grant program resolution to next meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:12 p.m. (voice vote)

General

The Cass County Land Bank Authority will consider an authorization resolution for the MI‑Neighborhood Grant, which includes $225,000 for administration and $1,275,000 for project funds, and will set a date for a public hearing on the grant. The board will also review a revised appraisal for parcel 14‑060‑012‑214‑30 and vote to set a selling price and engage Sue Loux of Loux Hayden Realty for its sale. Additional items include approval of recent claims and routine agenda and minutes approvals.

• Authorization resolution for MI‑Neighborhood Grant ($225,000 admin, $1,275,000 project funds)
• Set date for public hearing on the MI‑Neighborhood Grant
• Revised appraisal for parcel 14‑060‑012‑214‑30 and motion to set selling price with Sue Loux of Loux Hayden Realty
• Approval of claims dated 8/25/25 to 9/15/25
• Approval of agenda and minutes from previous meetings

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss dark sky initiatives, the 2025-2026 budget, and upcoming events like the Harvest Festival. The board also received updates on park maintenance and invasive species control.

• Dark Sky Update
• 2025-2026 Budget
• Harvest Festival / Trunk n Treat
• LWCF Grant Update
• Phragmites spraying

Salary Committee

The Cass County Salary Committee will select a chairperson and review a class/compensation study. It will also handle public comment, approve the agenda, and address any additions or deletions. The meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the county building.

• Selection of Chair
• Class/Compensation Study
• Public Comment
• Approval of Agenda
• Committee Member Comment

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to approve previous minutes and receive communications. The agenda includes a specific update regarding the Bankson Lake Project.

• Communications regarding the Bankson Lake Project

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY 26 Budget and consider the FY 2026 General Appropriations Act. The body will also discuss the commencement of a review process for the Cass County Master Plan.

• Public hearing on FY 26 Budget
• Resolution for FY 2026 General Appropriations Act
• Motion to commence review process of Cass County Master Plan
• Dowagiac MOU Contract for GIS Services for FY26-28
• Resolutions to participate in Secondary Manufacturers, Purdue & Sacklers, and Generic Manufacturers settlements

The Board adopted the FY 2026 General Appropriations Act, approving the county budget and amending the allocation to the Soil Conservation District to $86,000. It terminated employee Patrick Jordan without severance, appointed Vickie Hall to the Woodlands Board, and sent the Classification and Compensation Study to the Salary Committee. The Board also authorized the Michigan State‑Subdivision Agreement for opioid settlement funds and approved participation in the Purdue/Sackler Settlement agreement.

• Adopted FY 2026 General Appropriations Act (Resolution R-17-2025) – passed by roll call (8‑0)
• Amended budget to allocate $86,000 to Soil Conservation District – passed by voice vote
• Terminated employment of Patrick Jordan without severance – passed by roll call (8‑0)
• Appointed Vickie Hall to the Woodlands Board – passed by voice vote
• Sent Classification and Compensation Study to Salary Committee – passed by voice vote
• Approved consent agenda items (claims, meeting minutes, Historical Commission appointment, Master Plan review, budget adjustments, Dowagiac GIS Services contract) – passed by roll call (8‑0)
• Authorized execution of Michigan State‑Subdivision Agreement for opioid settlement funds (Resolution R-18-2025) – passed by roll call (8‑0)
• Authorized participation in Purdue/Sackler Settlement and new State‑Subdivision Agreement (Resolution R-19-25) – passed by roll call (8‑0)

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Appointments Committee is meeting to discuss filling vacancies on several county boards. The body will review open positions for the Economic Development Corporation, Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare, and the Planning Commission.

• Economic Development Corporation Board: 3 openings
• Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board: 3 openings
• Planning Commission: 1 opening

The board approved the meeting agenda and the August 7, 2025 minutes. It decided to hold off on appointing new Economic Development Corporation board members. Vickie Hall was moved forward for the Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board, and Jeff Leininger was recommended for appointment to the Planning Commission.

• Approved agenda (motion by Lawrence, seconded by Langley, carried)
• Approved August 7, 2025 minutes (motion by Lawrence, seconded by Langley, carried)
• Held off on appointing additional Economic Development Corporation board members
• Advanced Vickie Hall to the September 4, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting (motion by Lawrence, seconded by Barrera, carried)
• Recommended appointment of Jeff Leininger to the Planning Commission (motion by Langley, seconded by Barrera, carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:21 p.m. (motion by Langley, carried)

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Cass County Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will review a recent EGLE webinar and discuss scheduling for committee meetings. They will receive an update on the USEPA Brownfield Assessment Grant from Treasurer Anderson. The board will also receive a Market One update and consider plans for the 2025 Brownfields Conference.

• USEPA Brownfield Assessment Grant – Treasurer Anderson presentation
• EGLE Webinar Review
• Committee sign‑up and meeting schedule
• Brownfields Conference 2025 planning
• Market One update

General

The Cass County Land Bank Authority will vote on a Letter of Intent to request $1.5 million from the Michigan Neighborhood CDBG program for homeowner rehabilitation. The meeting also includes approval of budget adjustments, purchase of two parcels under Right of First Refusal, and updates on blight‑elimination projects and grant administration.

• Approve $1.5 million Letter of Intent for MI‑Neighborhood CDBG homeowner rehabilitation
• Approve Right of First Refusal purchase of parcels 14‑060‑012‑214‑30 ($8,700.58) and 14‑060‑012‑214‑40 ($4,832.47) with taxes and recording fees
• Approve budget adjustments and claims for the period 6/25/25‑8/25/25
• Discuss CDBG grant administration options ($225,000 admin, $1,275,000 project funds) and public notice
• Provide updates on Round 3 and Round 4 blight‑elimination projects, including 1219 Barron Lake Rd. and 117 S Broadway

Corey Lake Intercounty Drain Drainage Board

The Drainage Board will consider authorizing the signing of contracts and a notice to proceed for a pre‑construction meeting. It will also review project financing, FOIA and SESC resolutions, and receive the Treasurer’s report. The meeting includes routine items such as setting the next meeting date and public comment.

• Authorize signing contracts/notice to proceed for pre‑construction meeting
• Review project financing and take any necessary action
• Review FOIA and SESC resolution(s)
• Receive the Treasurer’s report
• Set date, time, and location of the next meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, hear a market report and commendations, and review the July 2025 financial report. Unfinished business includes a classification and compensation study request. New business items include a Master Plan draft, three board appointments, budget adjustments, the administrator's recommended budget, a FY26‑28 Dowagiac MOU contract for GIS services, and a Van Buren/Cass District Health Department budget request.

• Master Plan Draft
• Appointment of Della Bundle to the Historical Commission (term ends July 1, 2028)
• Budget Adjustments
• FY26‑28 Dowagiac MOU Contract for GIS Services
• Van Buren/Cass District Health Department budget request

The Board approved the amended meeting agenda and the July 21 minutes by voice vote. It then placed the Classification and Compensation Study, the Master Plan review, several appointment recommendations, budget adjustments, the GIS services contract, and other funding requests on the agenda for the next regular board meeting. The two Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board appointments were sent back to the Appointments Committee for further review.

• Approved August 21, 2025 agenda (voice vote)
• Approved July 21, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Placed Classification and Compensation Study on next regular board meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Moved Master Plan review item to next regular board meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Moved appointment of Della Bundle to Historical Commission to next agenda (voice vote)
• Sent Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board appointments to Appointments Committee (voice vote)
• Moved budget adjustments item to next regular board meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Moved GIS Services contract (Dowagiac MOU) to next regular board meeting agenda (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will vote on two motions to enter closed session. Motion M‑114‑2025 seeks a closed session under MCL 15.268(1)(h) to discuss the County legal counsel's written legal opinion. Motion M‑115‑2025 seeks a closed session under MCL 15.268(1)(a) to hear complaints brought against an employee.

• M-114-2025 – Motion to enter closed session to discuss the written legal opinion of the County's legal counsel (MCL 15.268(1)(h))
• M-115-2025 – Motion to enter closed session to hear complaints brought against an employee (MCL 15.268(1)(a))

The board approved its agenda by voice vote. Commissioners voted 7‑1 to place the county administrator on paid administrative leave while an internal investigation proceeds. A 5‑3 vote appointed Jennifer Rentfrow as interim county administrator, and a 6‑2 vote approved a 90‑day performance evaluation of the administrator.

• Agenda approved (voice vote)
• Placed county administrator on paid administrative leave (7-1)
• Appointed Jennifer Rentfrow as interim county administrator (5-3)
• Approved 90‑day performance evaluation of county administrator (6-2)

Parks and Recreation Board

The commission will review updates on the Dark Sky program, Russ Forest restoration, the Land and Water Conservation Fund project, and the upcoming MEANDRS 4‑H Day. It will also consider the 25‑26 Parks and Recreation budget. Public comment includes a request for a pier permit at Birch Lake.

• Dark Sky program update (portable concrete pads, astronomy club plans)
• Russ Forest cleanup and reopening of the west side for day use
• Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) bid opening for asphalt paving on July 22
• MEANDRS 4‑H Day at Dodd Park on August 10 with a fly‑fishing demonstration
• Consideration of the 25‑26 Parks and Recreation budget

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Appointments Committee will consider and vote on new board member openings. Three openings are available on the Economic Development Corporation Board, three on the Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board, and one on the Historical Commission. The committee will also approve the agenda, minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting, and handle any public comments.

• Economic Development Corporation Board – 3 openings
• Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Board – 3 openings
• Historical Commission – 1 opening

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board will consider several consent agenda items, including approval of the Medical Care Facility Millage Ballot Language and the FY 2026 Child Care Fund Budget. A motion will also be taken to conduct a 90‑day performance evaluation of the County Administrator. All other items are routine approvals, appointments, and reports.

• R-15-2025 – Resolution to approve Medical Care Facility Millage Ballot Language
• M-112-2025 – Motion to approve Child Care Fund Budget for FY 2026
• M-113-2025 – Motion for a 90‑day performance evaluation of the County Administrator
• M-110-2025 – Appointment of Adam Brent to the Materials Management Planning Committee
• M-111-2025 – Reappointments to the Community Corrections Advisory Board

The Cass County Board adopted a resolution to place a .4881‑mill medical‑care‑facility millage on the November 4 2025 ballot. It also approved a consent agenda that included claims, prior meeting minutes, several appointments and reappointments, and the FY 2026 Child Care Fund budget. A motion to follow the county attorney’s advice was carried, and the board entered a closed session after a vote to approve it.

• Approved consent agenda items (claims M‑107, July 10 minutes M‑108, July 17 minutes M‑109, appointment of Adam Brent M‑110, reappointments to Community Corrections Advisory Board M‑111, medical‑care‑facility millage resolution R‑15, deputy medical examiner appointment R‑16, Child Care Fund budget M‑112) – carried by roll call
• Resolved to place a .4881‑mill medical‑care‑facility renewal on the Nov 4 2025 ballot
• Confirmed appointment of Dr. Nicolas Alexander Kostelecky as Deputy Medical Examiner (effective Aug 7 2025)
• Approved Child Care Fund Budget for FY 2026
• Motion to follow county attorney advice – Yes (8), No (0) – carried
• Closed‑session motion – Yes (7), No (1) – carried
• Amendment to remove CCIEA President Kari Lee from closed session – Yes (3), No (5) – failed

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Cass County Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and financial report. The board will discuss the USEPA Brownfield Assessment Grant, review an EGLE webinar, and plan committee sign‑ups and meeting schedules. Additional topics include the 2025 Brownfields Conference and an update on the Market One project.

• Approval of May 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Treasurer Russsworm presents financial report
• Discussion of USEPA Brownfield Assessment Grant
• Review of EGLE webinar
• Planning for Brownfields Conference 2025

General

The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on the distribution of Narcan boxes overseen by Woodlands. The committee will also discuss the status of the Opioid Summit.

• Update on Narcan boxes distributed/overseen by Woodlands
• Update on Opioid Summit

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will consider the ongoing review of the County Master Plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda and minutes approval, public comment, and standard procedural business.

• Review of the County Master Plan (old business)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider several appointments and reappointments, a resolution to approve the medical care facility millage ballot language, a child care fund budget for FY 2026, and the final report of the classification and compensation study. These items are on the agenda for the July 17, 2025 meeting.

• Appointment of Adam Brent to the Materials Management Planning Committee
• Reappointments to the Community Corrections Advisory Board (terms ending Sep 30, 2029)
• Resolution to approve Medical Care Facility Millage ballot language
• Resolution to appoint Nicolas Kostelecky, M.D. as Deputy Medical Examiner
• Child Care Fund budget for FY 2026

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the June 26 minutes. It moved six items—including appointments, reappointments, a millage language resolution, a child‑care fund budget, and a classification study—to the next regular board meeting agenda. The appointment of Nicolas Kostelecky, M.D. as a Deputy Medical Examiner was also moved to the next meeting and approved by roll‑call vote. The meeting adjourned at 5:19 p.m.

• Approved July 17 agenda (voice vote)
• Approved June 26 minutes (voice vote)
• Moved Adam Brent appointment to next board meeting (voice vote)
• Moved reappointments to Community Corrections Advisory Board to next board meeting (voice vote)
• Moved Medical Care Facility millage language resolution to next board meeting (voice vote)
• Moved appointment of Deputy Medical Examiner to next board meeting (roll‑call vote)
• Moved Child Care Fund FY 2026 budget to next board meeting (voice vote)
• Scheduled discussion of Classification and Compensation Study for August meeting

General

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting for a budget workshop. The session includes scheduled reviews of various county departments.

• Budget workshop for Facilities, Veterans Affairs, and Drain Commissioner
• Budget workshop for GIS, Parks, and Equalization
• Budget workshop for Treasurer, IT, and Clerk/Register
• Budget workshop for Admin, Prosecutor, and Courts/FOC
• Budget workshop for Sheriff

Parks and Recreation Board

The Cass County Parks and Recreation Board will approve the agenda and minutes, hear the director’s report and committee updates, and consider several new business items. Updates include Dark Sky, Russ Forest, LWCF, and MEANDRS Bridge signage. New items include party updates, MEANDRS 4‑H Day, the NIMBA Bike Race, and the Flowers Early Learning Campus.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Director’s report
• Updates on Dark Sky, Russ Forest, LWCF, and MEANDRS Bridge signage
• Discussion of Flowers Early Learning Campus

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting with standard procedural items, a presentation on the Area Agency on Aging FY26 Annual Implementation Plan, and a consent agenda covering routine motions. New business includes two budget adjustment motions: one for jail repairs and fire safety upgrades and another for an EGLE Materials Management Planning Program Grant. The board will also consider appointing a member to the Community Corrections Advisory Board and adopting a cost‑share resolution under Michigan PA 152.

• Presentation: Area Agency on Aging FY26 Annual Implementation Plan
• Motion M-105-2025: approve budget adjustment for jail repairs and fire safety upgrades
• Motion M-106-2025: approve budget adjustment for EGLE Materials Management Planning Program Grant
• Motion M-102-2025: appoint Doug Westrick to Community Corrections Advisory Board (term ends Sep 30, 2029)
• Resolution R-14-2025: adopt the 80/20 cost share under Michigan PA 152

The Cass County Board adopted the 80/20 cost‑share option under Michigan Public Act 152 for the 2025‑2026 health benefit year. It also approved budget adjustments for jail repairs, fire‑safety upgrades, and an EGLE Materials Management Planning Program grant. Additionally, the regular board meeting was moved to August 7, 2025 with the committee of the whole set for August 21, 2025. All consent‑agenda items were approved by roll‑call vote.

• Approved agenda as amended (voice vote)
• Approved claims dated 05/31/2025‑06/0/2025 – 05/30/2025 (roll call 8‑0)
• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (roll call 8‑0)
• Approved June 26, 2025 special meeting minutes (roll call 8‑0)
• Adopted 80/20 cost‑share resolution under PA 152 (roll call 8‑0)
• Approved budget adjustment for jail repairs and fire safety upgrades (voice vote)
• Approved budget adjustment for EGLE Materials Management Planning Program Grant (voice vote)
• Moved regular board meeting to August 7, 2025 and committee of the whole to August 21, 2025 (voice vote)

General

The Cass County Board of Commissioners is meeting to address the termination of the Interim Administrator's employment agreement. The board will also review a grant agreement with EGLE and a library board appointment.

• Termination of the Employment Agreement for the Interim Administrator of Cass County effective June 11, 2025
• Materials Management Planning Program grant agreement between EGLE and Cass County
• Appointment of Tabitha Schafer to the Library Board for a term ending December 31, 2028

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved its special‑session agenda, terminated the employment agreement for the interim administrator effective June 11, 2025, accepted the Materials Management Planning Program grant agreement with EGLE, and appointed Tabitha Schafer to the Library Board through December 31, 2028. All motions carried by voice vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote)
• Terminated interim administrator employment agreement effective June 11, 2025 (voice vote)
• Accepted Materials Management Planning Program grant agreement with EGLE (voice vote)
• Appointed Tabitha Schafer to Library Board term ending Dec 31, 2028 (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review the May 2025 financial report and discuss several new business items. The body will consider budget amendments and an update to the FOIA policy.

• FY 26 Community Corrections Application
• Appointment of Doug Westrick to the Community Corrections Advisory Board
• Budget Amendments
• Amendment to FOIA Policy
• PA 152 Compliance

The board approved the meeting agenda, accepted the May 2025 finance report, and approved the minutes from the May 15 meeting. Several items—including the FY 26 Community Corrections Application, a community corrections advisory board appointment, budget amendments, PA 152 compliance, and a FOIA policy amendment—were each moved to the next regular board meeting by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 4:14 p.m.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved May 15 minutes (voice vote)
• Accepted May 2025 finance report (voice vote)
• Moved FY 26 Community Corrections Application to next meeting (voice vote)
• Moved appointment of Doug Westrick to advisory board to next meeting (voice vote)
• Moved budget amendments to next meeting (voice vote)
• Moved PA 152 compliance resolution to next meeting (voice vote)
• Moved amendment to FOIA policy to next meeting (voice vote)

General

The Cass County Land Bank Authority will consider approving the purchase of two parcels and paying for two appraisals. The board will also discuss the status of blight elimination projects and grant funding.

• Motion to approve paying for two appraisals at $350.00 each
• Motion to exercise right of first refusal for parcels 14-060-012-214-30 and 214-40
• Round 3 Blight Elimination: 8 projects with annual and quarterly reports due July 10
• Round 4 Blight Elimination: update on rehabilitation of 117 S. Broadway
• MI HOPE Program update: $975,000 close-out in process for 44 homeowners

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will discuss a rezoning request in Howard Township and an abandonment petition from the Cass County Road Commission. The body will also continue its update of the Master Plan.

• Howard Township rezoning
• Cass County Road Commission Abandonment Petition
• Master Plan update

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Cass County Policy Committee will meet on June 18, 2025. Members will approve the meeting agenda and the March 13, 2025 minutes. They will also discuss a proposed Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) policy. The meeting includes time for public comment.

• Approve meeting agenda
• Approve March 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss proposed FOIA policy
• Public comment period

The commissioners approved the amended agenda and the March 13, 2025 meeting minutes, each by motion and second with the motion carried. They also moved the revised FOIA policy forward to the Committee of the Whole. The board agreed to hold future meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 2 p.m.

• Approved agenda amendment (motion carried)
• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Moved FOIA policy forward to Committee of the Whole (motion carried)
• Set meeting day and time to second Thursday at 2 p.m. (agreement)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Cass County Parks and Recreation Board will review updates on the Dark Sky and Russ Forest projects and consider several new items. New business includes a tribute campaign for Dr. Lawless, a proposal for a disc golf course at Lawless Park, and an overview of the LWCF grant. The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on June 12, 2025 at Dr. Lawless International Dark Sky Park.

• Dark Sky Update (unfinished business)
• Russ Forest Update (unfinished business)
• Dr. Lawless Tribute Campaign (new business)
• Lawless Disc Golf Course proposal (new business)
• LWCF Overview (new business)

Historical Commission

The Cass County Historical Commission will approve the agenda and May meeting minutes, review the financial report, and discuss grant opportunities from the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity. They will also plan the county fair booth scheduled for July 27‑August 2. Additional items include a tribute to Jean Schultz and scheduling UGRR Days for July 13‑14.

• Approval of the agenda (action item)
• Approval of the May regular meeting minutes (action item)
• Financial report (action item)
• Grant options – Michigan Dept. of Labor & Economic Opportunity (new business)
• 2025 Cass County Fair booth – July 27 to August 2 (new business)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to review old and new business. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Bankson Sewer Project.

• Bankson Sewer Project

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing and consider a contract for County Administrator Patrick Jordan. The board is also reviewing several funding requests for public safety, infrastructure, and health services.

• Truth in Taxation Public Hearing
• $250,000 in Opioid Settlement Funds for Cass Family Clinic's Mobile Unit over five years
• $81,333 in Opioid Settlement Funds for two TruNarc testing devices
• $100,000 for parking lot repaving at the Cass County Sheriff's Office
• Purchase of a Parks Department truck from C. Wimberly Ford not to exceed $51,000

The Cass County Board of Commissioners voted to levy a 6.4007‑mill tax rate for 2025. A consent agenda containing multiple claims, meeting minutes, and a tax‑rate resolution was approved by roll‑call vote. Several opioid‑settlement fund allocations and equipment purchases were approved by voice vote. The board also amended the County Administrator contract and appointed two members to the Historical Commission.

• Approved 6.4007‑mill tax rate (R-13-2025) – roll call vote Yes 6, No 2
• Approved consent agenda items (M-74‑2025 through R-13‑2025) – roll call vote Yes 6, No 2
• Approved $250,000 opioid settlement funds for Cass Family Clinic mobile unit (M-80‑2025) – motion carried by voice vote
• Approved $81,333 opioid settlement funds for two TruNarc testing devices (M-81‑2025) – motion carried by voice vote
• Approved purchase of two drones for county law‑enforcement agencies (M-82‑2025) – motion carried by voice vote
• Approved purchase of a truck for the Parks Department up to $51,000 (M-83‑2025) – motion carried by voice vote
• Amended County Administrator contract moving expenses from $3,000 to $5,000 (M-90‑2025) – motion carried by voice vote
• Appointed Derek Carr and Dianna McGrew to the Historical Commission (terms ending 7/1/2028) – motion carried by voice vote

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Appointments Committee will meet to discuss filling open positions on local boards. The body is reviewing candidates for the Historical Commission and the Community Corrections Advisory Board.

• 1 appointment for Community Corrections Advisory Board (Chief of City/Village Police Department)
• 3 appointments for the Historical Commission

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Cass County Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will discuss several new‑business items, including setting goals for the agency, reviewing a USEPA Brownfield Assessment Grant, a housing study, and an update on Market One. The meeting also includes routine items such as a financial report and approval of minutes.

• Goal setting for the EDC/BRA
• USEPA Brownfield Assessment Grant
• Housing Study
• Market One Update
• Presentation: Cass County CTE

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will discuss a zoning amendment for Howard Township as new business. It will also review the county's Master Plan under old business. Standard procedural items such as agenda approval and minutes approval are also on the agenda.

• Howard Township — Zoning Amendment (new business)
• Master Plan Review (old business)

General

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on May 22, 2025. After standard procedural items, the board will discuss the interview process for a new county administrator. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding administrator interview

The Board approved the amended agenda by voice vote. After discussing the Administrator interview, the Board voted to authorize Chair Jones, HR Director Daly, Interim Administrator/Finance Director Rentfrow, and County Attorney Butterer to negotiate an employment agreement with Mr. Jordan, pending a background check and final board approval. The motion passed unanimously with an 8‑0 roll‑call vote.

• Approved agenda amendment (voice vote)
• Authorized Chair Jones and designees to negotiate Administrator employment agreement with Mr. Jordan (8-0 roll call)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to conduct a second interview with Patrick Jordan and discuss next steps regarding a vacant position. The meeting also includes a public meet-and-greet with the candidate.

• Second interview with Patrick Jordan
• Public meet and greet with Patrick Jordan
• Discussion on next steps for vacant position

The Board approved its May 15 agenda by voice vote. Commissioners Marchetti and Grice moved to set a special meeting on May 22, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. to determine next steps, and the motion passed by voice vote. No other actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Scheduled special meeting for May 22 2025 5:00 p.m. (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to approve the Michigan Public Safety Communications Systems Integration Agreement. The meeting also includes resolutions recognizing National Police Week and National Correctional Officer Week. Public comment is limited to agenda items only.

• R-10-2025 – Resolution to recognize National Police Week
• R-11-2025 – Resolution to recognize National Correctional Officer Week
• R-12-2025 – Resolution to approve the Michigan Public Safety Communications Systems Integration Agreement

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved three resolutions: R-10-2025 designating National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day, R-11-2025 designating National Correctional Officers Week, and R-12-2025 approving the Michigan Public Safety Communications System Integration Agreement. All three resolutions passed by roll‑call vote with eight yes votes and zero no votes. The board also moved the June 19, 2025 Committee of the Whole meeting to June 26, 2025 by voice vote.

• Approved Resolution R-10-2025 (National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day) – roll call vote 8‑0
• Approved Resolution R-11-2025 (National Correctional Officers Week) – roll call vote 8‑0
• Approved Resolution R-12-2025 (Michigan Public Safety Communications System Integration Agreement) – roll call vote 8‑0
• Moved June 19, 2025 Committee of the Whole to June 26, 2025 – voice vote
• Approved agenda (as amended) – voice vote

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will discuss several new business items, including two requests to allocate opioid settlement funds—one for a mobile behavioral health and SUD clinic and another for TruNarc drug‑testing devices. They will also consider a proposal to create a county ambulance committee and multiple equipment and facility purchases such as drones for law enforcement and a truck for the Parks Department. Presentations on the Sheriff's Office Victim Service Unit and the proposed mobile clinic will be heard before votes on agenda approvals, minutes, and the financial report.

• Request for Opioid Settlement Funds – Cass Family Clinic Mobile Behavioral Health and SUD Services
• Request for Opioid Settlement Funds – TruNarc Drug Testing Devices for Countywide Use
• Proposal to Establish a Cass County Ambulance Committee (membership, purpose, scope & authority)
• Purchase of two drones from the CCDET equipment line for use by all county law‑enforcement agencies (budget adjustment required)
• Request to purchase a truck for the Parks Department

Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee

The Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee will meet on May 13, 2025 to review progress in the county administrator hiring process. Members will discuss tasks needed to complete second‑round interviews and overall search activities. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, approval of the agenda, and approval of the April 17, 2025 minutes.

• Discussion of tasks needed for second interviews and overall search process
• Public comment period
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of April 17, 2025 Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee minutes
• Committee member comments

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Capital Projects Committee is meeting to discuss several maintenance and upgrade projects for county buildings. The body will review requests for equipment replacements and surface repairs.

• Animal Control Facility furnace and condenser upgrade
• Law and Courts Building carpet replacement
• Sheriff's Office parking lot repaving

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will meet to discuss updates on the Dark Sky and LWCF projects. The agenda includes new business regarding Stevens Park and a garlic mustard pull.

• Dark Sky update
• LWCF update
• Stevens Park discussion
• Garlic Mustard Pull
• June meeting location

General

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will conduct three administrator interviews at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. After the interviews, commissioners will consider several potential motions, including moving up to two candidates forward for a second interview on May 15, 2025, reconvening a special meeting to decide on the first interviews, or referring the position back to the ad hoc committee. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, public comment, and agenda approval.

• Administrator interview – Michael D. Belsky at 10:00 a.m.
• Administrator interview – Kipling C. Belcher at 11:00 a.m.
• Potential motion to move up to two candidates forward for a second interview on May 15, 2025
• Potential motion to reconvene a special meeting to decide on first interviews
• Potential motion to not move any candidates forward and refer the matter back to the ad hoc committee

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive annual reports from Veterans Services and the MSU Extension. The body is considering several consent agenda items, including budget adjustments, contract amendments, and board appointments.

• Annual Veterans Services Report and MSU Extension Annual Report
• Motion to approve cleaning contract amendment and budget adjustment
• Motion to approve 2025 Remonumentation Grant Contracts
• Appointment of Tabitha Schafer to Cass District Library Board
• Appointment of Mary Howie to Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a series of items on the consent agenda, including budget amendments, a cleaning‑contract amendment, and the addition of a new signer to the Friend of the Court bank account. They also declined to purchase any property on the 2025 Tax Reverted Property List and appointed three individuals to county boards and commissions. All consent‑agenda items were carried by roll‑call vote.

• Approved 2025 budget amendments (consent agenda)
• Declined purchase of any property on the 2025 Tax Reverted Property List (M-65-2025)
• Approved cleaning contract amendment & budget adjustment (M-64-2025)
• Added April McKee as signer to the Friend of the Court bank account (R-9-2025)
• Approved 2025 Remonumentation Grant Contracts (M-66-2025)
• Appointed Tabitha Schafer to Cass District Library Board (M-67-2025)
• Appointed Tami Stewart to Parks and Recreation Commission (M-68-2025)
• Appointed Mary Howie to Economic Development/Brownfield Authority (M-69-2025)

Opioid Settlement Committee

The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will hear updates on Narcan box distribution, the upcoming opioid summit, and the status of applications received. No formal actions or votes are scheduled in this meeting.

• Update on Narcan boxes being distributed/overseen by Woodlands
• Update on Opioid Summit
• Update on applications received and approved so far
• Public comment period

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will convene to approve previous meeting minutes and address two items of new business: the status change of PA 116 in Wayne Township and the Master Plan Update. The meeting is held at the Cass County Building in Cassopolis.

• Approval of March 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Wayne Township — PA 116 status change
• Master Plan Update discussion

General

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop covering fund balance, accounting basics, financial statements, and future budgeting. A Good Governance workshop presented by Tyler Augst of MSU Extension will follow. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Fund Balance 101 presentation
• Accounting Trivia session
• Reading Financial Statements
• Budgeting: Looking Ahead presentation
• Good Governance Workshop – Tyler Augst, MSU Extension

The board held a workshop covering fund balance, financial reporting, the FY2025 budget overview, and an update on the interim administrator search. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded; the session was informational and procedural.

Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee

The Cass County Administrator Ad Hoc Committee will review the recruitment process for the open County Administrator position, including the role of a consultant and the sufficiency of the applicant pool. The meeting includes a closed session to review candidates and an open session to discuss interview scheduling and formats.

• Review of recruitment/hiring process and consultant role
• Closed session to review candidates meeting minimum qualifications
• Discussion regarding scheduling first and second interviews
• Review of sample interview question topics
• Discussion of travel reimbursement for interviews

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider three agenda items. They will adopt the 2025 Equalization Report, pass a resolution honoring Cass County 911 telecommunicators, and vote on renewing the Medical Examiner Services Agreement for the period 02/01/2025‑01/31/2029. All items are scheduled for the special meeting on April 17, 2025.

• Resolution to adopt the 2025 Equalization Report (R-7-2025)
• Resolution in appreciation of Cass County 911 telecommunicators (R-8-2025)
• Motion to renew Medical Examiner Services Agreement for 02/01/2025‑01/31/2029 (M-57-2025)

The Cass County Board of Commissioners adopted the 2025 Equalization Report, setting the county's total real and personal property valuation at $5,140,596,055. They also passed a resolution honoring 911 telecommunicators, renewed the Medical Examiner Services Agreement through January 31 2029, and approved interview recommendations and schedules for three County Administrator candidates. All actions were approved by the full eight‑member board.

• Adopted 2025 Equalization Report (roll call vote 8‑0)
• Approved appreciation resolution for 911 telecommunicators (roll call vote 8‑0)
• Renewed Medical Examiner Services Agreement through 01/31/2029 (voice vote)
• Approved County Administrator Ad Hoc Committee interview recommendations and interview schedule (voice vote)
• Approved agenda amendment adding New Business item M-58-25 (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including approving an updated cleaning contract amendment with a budget adjustment. They will also vote on adding a new signer to the county's Friend of the Court bank account, review the 2025 Tax Reverted Property Report, and consider grant contracts for 2025 remonumentation. Additional actions include appointments to the library board, parks commission, and economic development authority, as well as other budget amendments.

• Approval of Updated Cleaning Contract Amendment & Budget Adjustment
• Resolution to add April McKee as signer to the Cass County Friend of the Court bank account
• 2025 Tax Reverted Property Report
• Motion to approve 2025 Remonumentation Grant Contracts
• Appointments to library board, parks commission, and Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

Board of Public Works

The Cass County Board of Public Works will conduct its regular procedural business, including approval of the agenda and the February 26, 2025 meeting minutes. Public comment will be taken. The board will also discuss the Bankston Lake Sewer Project as old business.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of February 26, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Discussion of Bankston Lake Sewer Project

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Appointments Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the March 6, 2025 minutes. It will review the existing appointments process. New business includes appointing members to the Cass District Library, Parks and Recreation Board, Community Corrections Advisory Board, and up to three seats on the Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority.

• Approval of March 6, 2025 Appointments Committee minutes
• Appointment to Cass District Library (1 seat)
• Appointment to Parks and Recreation Board (1 seat)
• Appointment to Community Corrections Advisory Board (1 seat)
• Up to 3 appointments to Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as claims, minutes, and renewal of the CCDET agreement. Items on the agenda also propose a purchase of an animal‑control generator costing up to $45,768.65 and the adoption of several new policies (multi‑factor authentication, texting privacy, AI use). Additional motions seek approval of law‑enforcement service contracts with Silver Creek Township and Howard Township, and purchases of 5G modems and Tasers for county use.

• M‑44‑2025: Purchase of an animal‑control generator from Wolverine Electrical, cost not to exceed $45,768.65
• M‑47‑2025: Approve law‑enforcement contract between Cass County Sheriff’s Office and Silver Creek Township
• M‑48‑2025: Approve law‑enforcement contract between Cass County Sheriff’s Office and Howard Township
• M‑49‑2025: Approve purchase of 5G modems for squad cars with budget adjustment
• M‑50‑2025: Approve countywide purchase of Tasers with budget adjustment

The Cass County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution establishing the Cass County Sewage Disposal System (Lakes Area Sewer Authority Section – Extension No. 2) and authorizing bonds up to $7,100,000 for the project. The board also endorsed International Dark Sky Awareness Week and approved a consent agenda that included a generator purchase, renewal of the CCDET agreement, and two board appointments. All actions were recorded as approved by the commissioners present.

• Approved Resolution R-3-2025 endorsing International Dark Sky Awareness Week (8‑0 roll‑call)
• Approved consent agenda items: claims dated 03/01/25‑03/31/25, minutes dated March 6 2025, special meeting minutes dated March 20 2025
• Approved renewal of the CCDET agreement for 01/01/2025 – 12/31/2028
• Approved purchase of a generator for Animal Control from Wolverine Electrical, cost not to exceed $45,768.65
• Appointed Susan Accoe to the Board of Canvassers (term ending Oct 31 2027)
• Appointed Scott Teter to the Woodlands Behavioral Healthcare Network Board (term ending Mar 31 2028)
• Approved Resolution R-4-2025 establishing the Cass County Sewage Disposal System Extension No. 2 and authorizing bonds up to $7,100,000
• Directed Board of Public Works to obtain plans, negotiate contracts, and apply for USDA Rural Development loan for the sewage project

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will meet to conduct organizational business and review project updates. The body will discuss a Brownfield stakeholder workshop and updates regarding Market One and the Cass County CTE Center.

• Appointment of Secretary
• Brownfield Stakeholder Workshop
• Market One Update
• Cass County CTE Center
• SJC Housing Coordinator report from Clayton Lyczynski

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will discuss two zoning amendment requests from Milton Township—one to change the Accessory Dwelling Ordinance and another to change the Event Barns Ordinance. It will also hear two farmland preservation proposals from Volinia Township for the Griggs area and the Marcellus Highway corridor. The meeting includes a review of the County Master Plan. All items are listed for public comment and decision.

• Milton Township – request to amend Accessory Dwelling Zoning Ordinance
• Milton Township – request to amend Event Barns Zoning Ordinance
• Volinia Township – Griggs Farmland Preservation proposal
• Volinia Township – Marcellus Highway Farmland Preservation proposal
• Review of the County Master Plan

Opioid Settlement Committee

The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will hear updates on the distribution of Narcan boxes overseen by Woodlands, the planning of an Opioid Summit, and the status of applications received and approved to date. The meeting also includes public comment, routine approvals of the agenda and the 2/24/25 meeting minutes, and a round‑table for member comments. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Update on Narcan box distribution (overseen by Woodlands)
• Update on Opioid Summit planning (Woodlands)
• Update on applications received and approved
• Public comment period
• Motion to approve agenda and 2/24/25 meeting minutes

The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee approved the amended agenda and the February 24 meeting minutes without dissent. It also unanimously approved a new process for setting an expiration date and rolling over grant funds to the next fiscal year. The discussion on revisiting the application review procedure was tabled for future consideration.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimously)
• Approved 2/24/25 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved grant‑fund expiration/rollover process (unanimously)
• Tabled revisit of application review procedure (no vote)

General

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a new Paid Earned Time Off (ETO)/ESTA Policy. The board is also considering the appointment of Sheila Bergen to the Materials Management Planning Commission.

• Motion M-38-2025: Approval of Paid Earned Time Off (ETO)/ESTA Policy
• Motion M-39-2025: Appointment of Sheila Bergen to the Materials Management Planning Commission for a term ending November 30, 2029

The board approved its agenda for the March 20, 2025 special meeting. It adopted the Paid Earned Time Off (ETO)/ESTA policy. It appointed Sheila Bergen to the Materials Management Planning Commission for a term ending November 30, 2029.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved Paid Earned Time Off (ETO)/ESTA policy (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Sheila Bergen to Materials Management Planning Commission (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the establishment of the Cass County Sewage Disposal System and police service contracts for Silver Creek and Howard Townships. The meeting includes votes on board appointments and several new technology and privacy policies.

• Resolution to Establish and Provide for the Cass County Sewage Disposal System
• Law enforcement contracts between Cass County Sheriff's Office and Silver Creek and Howard Townships
• Purchase of 5G Modems for Squad Cars and countywide purchase of Tasers
• CCDET agreement renewal for 01/01/2025 - 12/31/2028
• New SESC application with fee schedule changes and violation guidelines

Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee

The Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee will meet to consider hiring a consultant to conduct the search for a new county administrator. The committee will review the proposal and interview of Chet Janik from the Michigan Leadership Institute. It will also set action items, a timetable, and schedule the next meeting.

• Interview of Chet Janik (Michigan Leadership Institute) regarding consultant proposal
• Committee discussion and decision on hiring the consultant
• Establishment of action items and timetable for next steps
• Determination of next committee meeting date and time

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Policy Committee will discuss and consider several new policies, including multi‑factor authentication, cell phone use, texting privacy, artificial intelligence, and the Earned Sick Time Leave Act. These items are listed under New Business. The committee will review each proposal before any decisions are made.

• Multi‑Factor Authentication Policy
• Cell Phone Policy
• Texting Privacy Policy
• Artificial Intelligence Policy
• Discussion of Earned Sick Time Leave Act (ESTA)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review updates on the Dark Sky program, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), the annual report, and the 2025 goals and objectives. It will also discuss new business items related to Dodd Park, including special events, the spring newsletter, the Friends of the Cass County Parks group, a cabin‑rental flyer, and a Ron Gunn hike. Public comment, committee reports, and the director’s report are also scheduled.

• Dark Sky program update
• Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) update
• Annual report presentation
• 2025 goals and objectives review
• Dodd Park special events and related communications

Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee

The Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee will examine quotes for an executive search consultant and hold a final discussion on the Hiring Process Plan document that the Board of Commissioners may approve. The meeting also includes routine items such as public comment, agenda approval, and approval of the February 28, 2025 minutes.

• Review of quotes for executive search consultant services
• Final discussion of Hiring Process Plan document for Board approval
• Public comment
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of February 28, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners - Standing & Ad Hoc Committees

The Cass County Appointments Committee is meeting to review new business items. The agenda includes discussions regarding Woodlands Behavioral and EDC/Brownfield.

• Discussion of Woodlands Behavioral
• Discussion of EDC/Brownfield

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. They will vote on several consent agenda items, including a software license agreement, an emergency home repair program update, an MDOT permit for flock cameras, and a vehicle purchase not to exceed $325,977. New business includes approving the hiring process for the County Administrator and setting a date for a board workshop.

• Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding
• Resolution to purchase three patrol vehicles and three non‑pursuit vehicles, cost not to exceed $325,977
• Resolution to approve MDOT permit for usage of flock cameras on state highways
• Motion to approve Computer System and Software License Sales Agreement with Fidlar Technologies
• Resolution to approve updated Emergency Home Repair (CDBG) program guidelines

General

The Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to review and discuss the draft hiring process plan and scoring rubric. The committee will also review a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for executive search and recruitment services.

• Draft Hiring Process Plan for submission to the Board of Commissioners
• Draft Scoring Rubric for candidate evaluation
• Draft RFP for executive search/recruitment services

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to conduct organizational business and select officers. The board is also scheduled to discuss the Bankston Lake Sewer Project.

• Selection of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Bankston Lake Sewer Project

Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee

The Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the job description and marketing materials for the administrator position. The body will review the application process, submission requirements, and the timeline for hiring.

• Update to the administrator job description
• Review of marketing materials for advertising and recruiting
• Discussion of application submission requirements and distribution email
• Planning of the interview process and timing for Board of Commissioners approval

General

The Board will consider appointments to the Board of Public Works, the Kinexus/Workforce Development board, and the Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. These appointments appear as agenda items M-28-2025, M-29-2025, and M-30-2025. No other substantive business is listed for this meeting.

• M-28-2025 – Appointment to the Board of Public Works
• M-29-2025 – Appointment to the Kinexus/Workforce Development board
• M-30-2025 – Appointment to the Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider several new business items, including a human resources update on earned sick time legislation and an Emergency Home Repair (CDBG) program. They will also review a request to approve a software license agreement with Fidlar Technologies for the Clerk and Register of Deeds. A resolution with the Michigan Department of Transportation will be discussed, and the board will vote on purchasing three patrol and three non‑pursuit vehicles for a total cost not to exceed $325,977.

• Human Resources update on earned sick time legislation
• Emergency Home Repair (CDBG) program
• Computer system and software license sales agreement with Fidlar Technologies
• Resolution with Michigan Department of Transportation
• Purchase of three patrol and three non‑pursuit vehicles, cost ≤ $325,977

General

The Cass County Land Bank Authority will consider several approvals, including a stipend for the MI‑HOPE administration, adjustments to the 2024‑2025 budget, and the award of $4,027,923.87 in blight‑elimination funds across four rounds. The board will also update the meeting schedule and receive status reports on the MI‑Neighborhood grant, the CHILL CDBG program, and the MI‑HOPE housing assistance program.

• Approval of $4,027,923.87 total blight‑elimination funding (Rounds 1‑4)
• Motion to approve stipend for MI‑HOPE administration (amount not specified)
• Approval of 2024‑2025 budget adjustments (amount not specified)
• Update on MI‑Neighborhood Grant: up to $400,000 for rehabilitation, $100,000 per property acquisition/rehabilitation/resale, $100,000 per new‑construction unit
• Update on CHILL CDBG program with $472,000 funding for projects at 218 N. Broadway St. and 419 S. East St.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to elect officers and discuss several administrative updates. The board is scheduled to review 2025 fees and a crop rental agreement.

• 2025 Fee Review
• Crop Rental Agreement
• Election of Officers
• Dark Sky Update
• LWCF Update

Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee

The Administrator Search Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to establish its leadership and operational process. The body will discuss the job description and determine how to recruit and collect applications for the position.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of current County Administrator job description
• Decision on using a recruiting service versus a county-led process
• Determination of the timeline for collecting applications
• Establishment of the committee meeting schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals of claims, meeting minutes, and an addendum to the opioid settlement funding plan. They will vote on a contract with KARPEL to replace the Adult Case Tracking (ACT) and OnBase systems, as well as a budget adjustment for 911 Center/EOC flooring replacement. New business items include a contract with ATC Medical for jail medical services and an elevator repair at the Law & Courts Building. Standard reports, public comment, and a closed session are also scheduled.

• M-20-2025: Approve contract with KARPEL to replace Adult Case Tracking (ACT) and OnBase
• M-21-2025: Approve budget adjustment for 911 Center/EOC flooring replacement
• M-24-2025: Approve sale of K-9 Neera
• M-26-2025: Approve new contract with ATC Medical for medical services in the jail
• M-27-2025: Approve elevator repair at Cass County Law & Courts Building

General

The Appointments Committee is meeting to establish its leadership and schedule. The body will discuss the appointments process and specific vacancies for several county boards and commissions.

• Selection of Committee Chair
• Board of Public Works appointments
• Kinexus appointments
• Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority appointments
• Planning Commission appointments

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Development Authority

The Cass County Economic Development Corporation and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will hold a meeting to hear a presentation by Doug Koop, Brownfield Coordinator for the Michigan Department of EGLE. The board will discuss current contaminated sites and receive an update on the Market One project. No formal actions or votes are listed; the items appear to be for discussion only.

• Presentation by Doug Koop, Brownfield Coordinator, Michigan Department of EGLE
• Discussion of current contaminated sites
• Market One update

General

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve committee assignments, a final integration agreement, and create an ad-hoc committee to search for a new administrator. The meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2025, at 4:30 PM.

• Approval of BOC Committee Assignments (M-12-2025)
• Approval of Part II Amended and Restarted Final Integration Agreement (M-13-2025)
• Motion to Create Ad-Hoc Committee for Administrator Search (M-14-2025)

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will vote on the first addendum to the 3/7/24 opioid settlement funding plan. They will also appoint a 2025 Remonumentation Grant Administrator and consider a replacement for the Adult Case Tracking (ACT) and OnBase systems. Additional items include a budget adjustment for 911 Center/EOC flooring, a purchase of a new mower from the Capital Improvement Fund, and several appointments and approvals.

• Motion to approve the 1st Addendum to the 3/7/24 Cass County Opioid Settlement Funding Plan
• Appointment of the 2025 Cass County Remonumentation Grant Administrator
• KARPEL replacement for Adult Case Tracking (ACT) and OnBase systems
• 911 Center/EOC Flooring Replacement Budget Adjustment
• Approval of quote from Cass Outdoor Power Equipment for a new mower from the Capital Improvement Fund

Cass County Planning Commission

The Cass County Planning Commission will meet to select officers and approve minutes from the December 18, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes organizational business and a review of the Master Plan.

• Approval of December 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Selection of officers
• Master Plan Review

Board of Public Works

The Cass County Board of Public Works will meet to select officers and approve minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting. The primary agenda item is the Bankston Lake Sewer Project.

• Selection of officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)
• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Bankston Lake Sewer Project discussion

Parks and Recreation Board

The Cass County Parks and Recreation Board will discuss its 2025 fee structure and review several program items. Topics include commission meeting dates, special events, a winter newsletter, a crop rental agreement, and programming goals. The meeting also includes standard reports and public comment.

• 2025 Fee Review
• Crop Rental Agreement
• Special Events
• Winter Newsletter
• Commission dates and times

Board of Commissioners

The Cass County Board of Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice‑Chair for one‑year terms. It will consider several consent‑agenda items, including claims, minutes, board appointments, opioid settlement requests, and the Marcellus Township police services contract. New business includes approving the 2025 meeting schedule and the purchase of a new K‑9 vehicle with a budget adjustment through the CCDET Fund. A motion to enter a closed session under MCL 15.268(e) will also be considered.

• M-1-2025 – Election of Chair for a one‑year term
• M-2-2025 – Election of Vice‑Chair for a one‑year term
• M-8-2025 – Approval of Marcellus Township Police Services Contract
• M-11-2025 – Approval of purchase of a new K‑9 vehicle and budget adjustment through the CCDET Fund
• M-10-2025 – Motion to enter Closed Session pursuant to MCL 15.268(e)

Historical Commission

The Cass County Historical Commission will approve its agenda, the November meeting minutes, the December financial report and bills. Members will revisit attendance at Board of Commissioners and Council on Aging meetings. New business includes adopting the 2025 regular meeting schedule and discussing timeline errors for the Cass County Historic Courthouse. Committee reports and public comment will follow.

• Approval of the agenda (action item)
• Approval of the November regular meeting minutes (action item)
• Approval of the December financial report (action item)
• Approval of December bills (action item)
• Adoption of the 2025 CCHC regular meeting schedule (proposed schedule attached)