Eaton County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several committee recommendations, including budget amendments for FY 2022-23 and a contract for health clinic renovations. The meeting also includes discussions on broadband action, parks fee schedules, and a legal settlement agreement.

• Resolution to approve FY 2022-23 Budget Amendments
• Resolution to approve Health Clinic Renovation Contract
• Resolution to amend Parks Department Fee Schedule
• Resolution to approve settlement agreement: Wayside Church, et al v Van Buren County, et al
• Resolution to establish Commissioner compensation and mileage reimbursement effective January 1, 2023

The Board approved allocating up to $2,674,266 in ARP funds to assist ACD.net with broadband expansion. They also hired Connie L. Sobie as Controller/Administrator and approved a $441,248 contract for health clinic renovations. Additionally, the Board voted to increase their own per-meeting compensation to $50.

• Approved allocating up to $2,674,266 for broadband expansion with ACD.net (Unanimous)
• Approved employment agreement for Connie L. Sobie as Controller/Administrator (Unanimous)
• Approved $441,248 contract with Nielson Commercial Construction for health clinic renovations (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 stipend for all employees via Temporary Recruitment and Retention Program extension (Unanimous)
• Approved commissioner per-meeting payment increase to $50 (8-7)
• Approved settlement agreement for Wayside Church et al v Van Buren County (Unanimous)
• Eliminated motor vehicle entry fees for County Parks (Unanimous)
• Approved $60,000 budget increase for Sheriff's Office Cadet program (Unanimous)

Ways and Means Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the search for a new Controller/Administrator, including a potential recommendation regarding Connie Sobie. The agenda also includes updates on budget amendments, health insurance, and the American Rescue Plan.

• Proposed 2023 Remonumentation Project contracts totaling $84,500
• Appointment of Ronnie M. Lester as County Representative for $22,000
• 2022/2023 Budget Amendments
• USDA Lease Agreement
• Excess Workers Compensation Insurance Renewal

The committee approved several personnel initiatives, including a new Sheriff's Office cadet position and extended recruiting incentives. It recommended the Board of Commissioners approve a new Controller/Administrator agreement and various grant-related resolutions. Significant American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds were allocated for broadband infrastructure and housing services.

• Allocated $2,674,266 in ARP funds for broadband project and $125,000 for foreclosure prevention (Unanimous)
• Approved creation of Sheriff's Office cadet position (Unanimous)
• Extended temporary recruiting and retention authority through June 30, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Extended recruiting and retention initiative with revised payments (Approved; Commissioner Brehler opposed)
• Recommended approval of Connie Sobie's employment agreement for Controller/Administrator (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Commissioner Compensation increasing per-meeting payment from $35 to $70 (Approved; Commissioners Droscha, Brehler, and Mott opposed)
• Approved one-year Workers Compensation insurance renewal with Midwest Employers Casualty (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Nielsen Construction contract for Health Department Clinic renovations (Unanimous)

Public Works and Human Services Committee

The committee will receive reports from the Construction Code, Community Development, DIA, and Parks departments. The meeting includes a review of the November 9, 2022, minutes and a discussion on appointments.

• Construction Code Report
• Community Development Report
• DIA Update and Financial Report
• Parks Report
• Appointments

The committee recommended several appointments to the Board of Commissioners and proposed a budget amendment for a SPARK grant. It also recommended eliminating motor vehicle entry fees for county parks and authorizing the Drain Commissioner to require deposits for certain drainage district applications.

• Recommended appointment of Charamy Cleary, Ben Tirrell, and Rachel Cuschieri-Murray to the Purchase of Development Rights Selection Committee (Unanimous)
• Recommended replacing Vicky Beers with Rob Piercefield as the Northwest Quadrant representative on EATRAN (Unanimous)
• Recommended amending the Parks Department fee schedule to eliminate motor vehicle entry fees (Approved; Commissioner Rogers opposed)
• Recommended $100,000 budget amendment in the Parks and Recreation Fund for SPARK grant matching funds (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of resolution authorizing the Drain Commissioner to require deposits for drainage district applications (Approved; Commissioners Augustine and Brehler opposed)

Information Technology and Communication Committee

The Information Technology and Communication Committee is receiving an update from the Broadband Action Team. The team recommends a proposal from ACD.NET to expand internet access in three bid zones.

• Recommendation of ACD.NET for broadband expansion in Carmel Township, West, and South East bid zones
• Estimated total project cost of $14,405,250.00
• Proposed funding: $8,643,150.00 from ROBIN Grant, $2,881,050.00 from ISP investment, and $2,881,050.00 from local funding
• Project target of 2,134 addresses currently with speeds less than 100 Mbps down / 20 Mbps up
• Plan to apply for the Realizing Opportunity Infrastructure Network (ROBIN) grant in January 2023

The committee approved working with ACD.net to negotiate a broadband wired infrastructure partnership agreement to pursue a ROBIN grant. The committee also recommended that the Ways and Means Committee allocate remaining unallocated American Rescue Plan funds as matching funds for the grant application.

• Approved minutes of the October 5, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved negotiating a broadband partnership agreement with ACD.net (unanimous)
• Recommended Ways and Means Committee allocate remaining American Rescue Plan funds as grant matching funds (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding Conditional Use Permit and District Change Amendment applications. The body will also review Farmland Preservation (PA 116) applications and discuss a Master Plan update.

• Public hearings for Conditional Use Permit and District Change Amendment applications
• Farmland Preservation (PA 116) applications
• Master Plan Update discussion

The Planning Commission reviewed draft chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the Master Plan presented by Rowe Professional Services. Discussions focused on housing goals, agricultural classification maps, and the placement of energy considerations within the plan. No formal votes were taken on the plan's content.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved October 4 and October 25, 2022 minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Eaton County Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning appeal. The board will consider a request to review an administrative decision for a property in Sunfield Township.

• Public hearing for BA-12-22-6: appeal by Drew Marks regarding 10959 Irish Road (parcel 010-019-200-150-01)

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 4, 2022. A request by Drew Marks regarding 10959 Irish Road was postponed to a future meeting due to time constraints.

• Approved agenda for December 6, 2022 meeting
• Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes
• Postponed BA-12-22-6 request by Drew Marks regarding 10959 Irish Road to January 10, 2023

Health and Human Services Committee

The Health and Human Services Committee is meeting to discuss the annual continuation of the Human Services Collaborative Council. The body is also reviewing an interim agreement for the operation of the Youth Facility and an advisory council appointment.

• Resolution to continue the Eaton County Human Services Collaborative Council for another year
• Resolution to extend the Youth Facility operating agreement under the Family Division of the Circuit Court through December 31, 2023
• Appointment of Jane Whitacre to the Tri-County Aging Consortium Advisory Council

The Health and Human Services Committee recommended three items for approval by the Board of Commissioners. These include the continuation of the Human Services Collaborative Council, an interim operating agreement for the Youth Facility, and a member appointment to the Tri-County Office on Aging Advisory Council.

• Recommended approval to continue the Human Services Collaborative Council (carried; Commissioner Rogers opposed)
• Recommended approval of the Youth Facility interim operating agreement (unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of Jane Whitacre to the Tri-County Office on Aging Advisory Council for a term expiring December 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to receive updates from the Sheriff's Office, Central Dispatch, and Emergency Services. The agenda includes reviewing monthly reports on jail census and reimbursements.

• Sheriff’s Office update
• Central Dispatch update
• Emergency Services update
• Monthly reports on reimbursement and jail census

The Public Safety Committee recommended a new cadet recruitment program to the Ways and Means Committee. The committee also recommended approval of an Emergency Manager Performance grant work agreement to the Board of Commissioners.

• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Cadet Program approval to Ways and Means Committee (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Emergency Manager Performance grant work agreement to Board of Commissioners (unanimous)

Ways and Means Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the search for a Controller/Administrator. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items and public comment.

• Controller/Administrator search discussion

The committee decided to have a three-member panel interview Connie Sobie to determine if she should be appointed as Controller/Administrator. A recommendation based on this interview will be made to the Ways and Means Committee on December 16, 2022.

• Approved appointment of Commissioners Mulder, Mott, and Augustine to interview Connie Sobie (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the closeout of a 2015-2017 Homeowner Rehabilitation Program grant and the expenditure of emergency repair housing funds. The body will also consider budget amendments, grant applications for tire recycling and opioid response, and various appointments.

• Public hearings on CDBG Homeowner Rehabilitation Program and Emergency Repair Program funds
• Resolution to approve FY 2022-23 Budget Amendments
• Grant applications for State Opioid Response Project and MDEGLE Scrap Tire Recycling
• Approval of Park and Open Space Millage Levy
• Contracts for household hazardous waste, electronics, and battery recycling programs

The Board adopted a 0.5 mill levy for parks and open space following voter approval. They also approved a service agreement for a school resource officer at Waverly Community Schools and various budget amendments. Multiple grant applications for opioid response, tire recycling, and park infrastructure were authorized.

• Adopted 0.5000 mill levy for County Parks and Open Space (Unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental service agreement with Waverly Community Schools for one deputy sheriff (9-3)
• Approved $125,000 budget amendment for Waverly Community Schools contract (9-3)
• Authorized $22,800 grant application for State Opioid Response Project (Unanimous)
• Approved two-year recycling contracts with ERG Environmental Services, Schupan Asset Management, and Cirba Solutions (Unanimous)
• Authorized $1,000,000 Michigan Spark Grant application for Crandell Park infrastructure (Unanimous)
• Authorized $135,715 grant extension for Prosecuting Attorney COVID caseload backlog (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-23 budget amendments including $3.6M for public health and energy projects (Unanimous)

Zoning Ordinance Committee

The Eaton County Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss possible updates to the Eaton County Land Development Code (Zoning Ordinance).

• Discussion of updates to the Eaton County Land Development Code

Ways and Means Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss 2022/2023 budget amendments, health insurance updates, and the 2023 holiday schedule. The agenda includes updates on the American Rescue Plan and the Child Care Fund.

• 2022/2023 Budget Amendments
• CESF Grant Extension Resolution
• Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan adoption agreement
• American Rescue Plan update
• Health Insurance and Child Care Fund updates

The committee approved several budget amendments, including a new deputy sheriff position for Waverly Community Schools. It recommended the Board of Commissioners approve the 2022 Apportionment Report and a Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan. The committee also moved to authorize the Parks Millage levy pending legal advice on election certification.

• Recommended approval of 2022 Apportionment Report (Unanimous)
• Approved refilling vacancies as presented (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CESF grant application extension for Prosecutor (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 2021/22 budget amendments, excluding Waverly Schools resource officer (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of budget amendment for (1) full-time deputy sheriff for Waverly Community Schools (Approved; Commissioner Brehler opposed)
• Recommended appointment of Treasurer Bob Robinson to Building Authority (Unanimous)
• Recommended payment of $775,196.14 in claims and $21,420,206.32 in immediate claims (Unanimous)

Fire/EMS Subcommittee

The subcommittee discussed Central Dispatch operational updates, including new hires and the implementation of the Curbside SOS app. Members reviewed the status of radio equipment delays and upcoming software demonstrations for a new CAD system.

• Hiring of three new telecommunicators in September and October
• Implementation of Curbside SOS app for wrecker notification as of Sept 1, 2022
• Motorola radio delivery delays of approximately 8 months for fiscal 21/22 requests
• Scheduled CAD software demos from Central Square (Nov 15), Motorola (Nov 29), and Tyler Technology (Dec 13)
• Development of radio Wi-Fi for emergency dispatch relocation

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the August 2022 meeting. The session primarily consisted of operational reports regarding Central Dispatch staffing, software updates, and upcoming CAD system demonstrations.

• Approved August 2022 meeting minutes

Public Works and Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss appointments for the Road Commission, Planning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals. The meeting includes reports from the Drain Commission, Construction Code, and Community Development departments.

• Purchase of Development Rights Ordinance Amendment
• Scrap Tire Grant Resolution
• Program Contract Resolutions
• Road Commission appointments (6-year term)
• Planning Commission appointments (3-year term)

The committee recommended multiple appointments to the Board of Road Commissioners, Planning Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals. It also recommended the approval of recycling vendor contracts and a $1 million SPARK grant application for Crandell Park infrastructure.

• Recommended Tim Lamoreaux and Keith Barber to six-year terms on the Board of Road Commissioners (Unanimous)
• Recommended appointments to Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, PDR Selection Committee, and CARTS Committee (Unanimous)
• Recommended recycling program vendor contract resolution to the Board of Commissioners (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of MI Scrap Tire Regional Recycling grant application (Unanimous)
• Designated Commissioner Brehler as liaison for ICLEI membership application
• Recommended approval of right-of-way easement for Thornapple Trail crossing to John Vincent (Unanimous)
• Recommended resolution authorizing a $1 million SPARK grant application for Crandell Park (Carried)
• Recommended monitoring well replacement proposal to Ways and Means Committee for budget amendment (Unanimous)

Health and Human Services Committee

The committee will receive a semi-annual report from the Tri-County Office on Aging and a homelessness report from Housing Services Mid-Michigan and SIREN/Eaton Shelter. The body will also consider appointments to local boards.

• Tri-County Office on Aging Semi-Annual Report
• Homelessness Report from Housing Services Mid-Michigan and SIREN/Eaton Shelter
• Appointments for Clinton-Eaton-Ingham Community Mental Health Board
• Appointments for Tri-County Aging Consortium Advisory Council

The committee approved a resolution requesting amendments to home health care reimbursement caps in the Michigan Auto Insurance Reform Act. They also recommended the re-appointment of Adam Matson to the Clinton-Eaton-Ingham Community Mental Health Board. Updates were provided on senior services and county homelessness.

• Approved resolution urging legislature to amend Michigan Auto Insurance Reform Act home health care reimbursement caps (Unanimous)
• Recommended re-appointment of Adam Matson to Clinton-Eaton-Ingham Community Mental Health Board for term expiring Dec 31, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss a proposed agreement to provide a School Resource Officer to Waverly Community Schools. The body will also review updates from the Sheriff's Office, Central Dispatch, and Emergency Services.

• Proposed SRO agreement with Waverly Community Schools estimated not to exceed $125,000 for the initial term
• Review of Community Corrections By-Laws
• Sheriff's Office update and monthly reports including jail census
• Central Dispatch update regarding CAD system replacement research
• Emergency Services update on the Tri-County Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Public Safety Committee recommended the Board of Commissioners approve a contract to provide a School Resource Officer for Waverly Community Schools. The committee also recommended approval of amendments to the Community Corrections bylaws and approved an application for a state opioid program grant.

• Recommended Board of Commissioners approval of Waverly Community Schools Resource Officer Agreement (unanimous)
• Recommended Board of Commissioners approval of Community Corrections bylaws amendments (unanimous)
• Approved application for DHS State Opioid Response Program grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Information Technology and Communication Committee

The regular meeting of the Information Technology & Communication Committee scheduled for November 2, 2022, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss updating the Eaton County Master Plan. This document guides the long-term development and land use of the county.

• Discussion of the Eaton County Master Plan update

The Planning Commission reviewed draft Chapters 2 and 3 of the Master Plan and discussed public engagement strategies. It was decided that no special meeting will be held in November. Future Master Plan meetings will be held during regularly scheduled meetings if no other cases are present in December or January.

• Decided no special meeting will be held in November

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss FY 2022-23 budget amendments and a resolution to fund an outdoor fitness court. The meeting includes proposals for a public safety academy assistance program and a public alert system agreement with Calhoun County.

• Resolution to approve FY 2022-23 Budget Amendments
• Resolution to allocate funds for an outdoor fitness court for the 2022 National Fitness Campaign
• Resolution to approve application for State MCOLES Public Safety Academy Assistance Program
• Memorandum of Agreement with Calhoun County for the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS)
• Resolution to proclaim Family Court Awareness Month

Community Correction Advisory Board

The board will vote on the FY22 Q4 report and proposed amendments to the CCAB By-Laws. Members will review FY22 funding and programs and discuss vacant board positions. The meeting includes updates on specialty courts and the 2023 meeting schedule.

• Vote on FY22 Q4 Report
• Vote on proposed amendments to CCAB By-Laws
• Review of FY22 funding and programs
• Discussion of vacant positions for communications media and workforce investment board members
• Updates on Adult Circuit Drug Court, J. Sauter Veterans Treatment Court, and other specialty courts

Law Enforcement Subcommittee

The subcommittee discussed the implementation of Curbside SOS and Prepared Live technology and the status of ASAP to PSAP. Members reviewed the schedule for upcoming Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) vendor demonstrations. The body also addressed radio equipment maintenance and staffing updates for dispatchers and MSP Post 11.

• Implementation of Curbside SOS as of September 1
• Upcoming CAD demonstrations from CORE Technology, Hexagon, Central Square, and Tyler Technologies
• Deployment of Prepared Live technology for receiving caller photos, videos, and text
• Distribution of RAVE alerts and Smart 911 postcards
• Training of three new dispatchers: AJ Kirby, Nick Smith, and Katherine Hennessy

Ways and Means Committee

The committee will discuss the 2022/2023 budget amendments and provide updates on health insurance renewals and American Rescue Plan fund allocations. The meeting also includes updates on the Child Care Fund and public improvement projects.

• 2022/2023 Budget Amendments
• Health Insurance renewal and BCBS rate discussions
• American Rescue Plan (ARP) fund updates
• Child Care Fund transfer reductions
• Full Faith and Credit Analysis for Cooper, Frost and Reynolds Consolidated Drain Drainage District

Public Works and Human Services Committee

The Public Works and Planning Committee will review reports from community development, parks, and construction code departments. The body is discussing the adoption of a grant for a fitness court and a waste hauler hearing for LeBron.

• Proposed resolution to accept a $30,000 Priority Health grant for a fitness court at Fitzgerald Park
• Waste hauler hearing regarding LeBron
• Report on Hamlin Township's adoption of an interim zoning ordinance and transition to self-administered planning and zoning
• Update on the County Master Plan and stakeholder meetings scheduled for October 25 and 26
• Report on the disposal of a donated vessel due to lead-based paint

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to receive updates from the Sheriff's Office, Central Dispatch, and Emergency Services. The body will also review monthly reports regarding jail census and reimbursements.

• Sheriff's Office update
• Central Dispatch update
• Emergency Services update
• Review of jail census and reimbursement monthly reports
• Community Corrections update on Problem Solving Courts

Information Technology and Communication Committee

The committee will meet to receive updates on the Broadband Action Team and Technology Services projects. The agenda consists of procedural items and status reports.

• Broadband Action Team Update
• Technology Services Projects Update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Eaton County Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning variance request. The board will determine if a property owner can build an addition within a communication tower's safe fall area.

• BA-10-22-5: Variance request by Joel Young for an addition at 475 E. Five Point Highway

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit change for a home business. The body will also receive reports from the Community Development Department, Zoning Ordinance Committee, and Board of Appeals.

• Public hearing for CU-5-18-3: request by Eli and Miriam Miller to demolish a home and construct a new one at 6201 Brick Hwy., Vermontville Township
• Discussion of Master Plan Update special meeting scheduled for October 25, 2022

Health and Human Services Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the Community Mental Health semi-annual report and a resolution of appreciation for the retiring Tri-County Office on Aging Executive Director. The agenda also includes the review of citizen appointments.

• Community Mental Health Semi-Annual Report
• Tri-County Office on Aging Resolution for Marion Owen
• Review of expiring citizen appointments
• Grant agreement for Raise the Age - 2023 totaling $10,100,000.00
• Discussion on opioid litigation settlement proceeds

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on the Fiscal Year 2022/23 budget and associated winter tax rates. The body will also consider bond pledges for a drainage district and amendments to a prison alternative agreement.

• Resolution to Adopt the FY 2022/23 Eaton County Budget and Winter Tax Rates
• Resolution Pledging Full Faith and Credit to Cooper, Frost and Reynolds Drain Drainage District Bonds
• Resolution to Approve FY 2021/22 Budget Amendments
• Resolution to Amend Westside Residential Alternative to Prison (WRAP) Agreement with the Michigan Department of Corrections
• Community Correction Advisory Board appointments for Alicia Wesolek, Brenda Rayle, and Colette Scrimger

Ways and Means Committee

The committee will review the 2022/2023 budget and winter tax rates. The meeting includes updates on health insurance, the American Rescue Plan, and the Child Care Fund. Members will also discuss budget amendments for 2021/2022.

• 2022/2023 Budget and Winter Tax Rates
• 2021/2022 Budget Amendments
• Health Insurance Renewal update
• American Rescue Plan update
• Deferred Compensation Program review

Emergency Communications Subcommittee

The Emergency Communications Subcommittee discussed dispatch staffing, the implementation of RAVE and Prepared Live systems, and the 911 millage renewal. The body is forming a committee to demo five CAD vendors through February 2023, with a target go-live date in early 2024.

• Evaluation of five CAD vendors: Motorola, Tyler Technology, CORE, Hexagon, and Central Square
• Implementation of Curbside SOS as of September 1, 2022
• 911 millage renew and restore passed by 75%
• House Bill 6012 providing $12.5 million for standardized maps
• Implementation of Prepared Live, RAVE collaborate, and RAVE Aware

Public Works and Human Services Committee

The committee will receive reports from MSU Extension, Community Development, Parks, and Construction Code. The meeting includes a financial report and waste hauler hearings for Liberty Landfill and LeBron.

• Waste hauler hearings for Liberty Landfill and LeBron
• MSU Extension Semi-Annual Report
• Community Development Report
• Parks Report
• Construction Code Report

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2022/2023 budget. The proposed budget totals $45,400,572, representing a 3.75% increase over the previous fiscal year.

• Proposed FY 2022/2023 budget of $45,400,572
• Budgeted $300,000 for a Sheriff's Department mobile command unit
• Proposed 3% cost of living pay increase for all general non-union employees
• Recognition of $3,482,500 from American Rescue Plan (ARP) funding to maintain a continuation budget
• Projected $1,301,448 revenue loss due to Headlee rollbacks

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss collective bargaining negotiating strategy. A closed session will be requested for this item.

• Collective Bargaining Negotiating Strategy

Information Technology and Communication Committee

The Information Technology and Communication Committee will receive updates on the Connected Michigan Action Team and Technology Services projects. The county is preparing to issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) on September 9, 2022, to expand high-speed internet to unserved and underserved areas.

• Broadband Wired Infrastructure Expansion RFP issuance scheduled for September 9, 2022
• Proposed broadband goal of 100 Mbps or higher for all county residents
• Specific broadband delivery plan sought for Carmel Township
• Previous recommendation of $95,545 for contractual services to fill department vacancies

Parks Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review financial reports and staff updates. The agenda includes a discussion on the Dyer Kiln deed transfer under old business.

• Dyer Kiln Deed Transfer
• Payment of bills for August 2022
• Finance Report for August 2022

Health and Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss a semi-annual report from Healing and Recovery Services and a resolution regarding the Tri-County Office on Aging. The meeting also includes discussions on an Opioid Summit and planning for a Community Mental Health Crisis Stabilization Unit.

• Healing and Recovery Services Semi-Annual Report
• Tri-County Office on Aging Resolution
• Opioid Summit
• Community Mental Health Crisis Stabilization Unit planning
• Review of August 1, 2022 minutes

Planning Commission

The Eaton County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit application. The commission will also receive reports from the Community Development Department and the Zoning Ordinance Committee.

• Public hearing for CU-9-22-4: request by Danielle and Bryant Galbreath for a home business hair salon at 11801 Dorotha Drive, Hamlin Township

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Eaton County Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning variance application. The board will consider a request to modify buffer strip and parking requirements for a specific property in Brookfield Township.

• BA-9-22-4: Variance request for 8587 Narrow Lake Road regarding fence installation and a reduction to 38 parking spaces

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review updates from the Sheriff's Office, Central Dispatch, and Emergency Services. Key agenda items include the School Resource Officer contract and monthly reports on jail census and reimbursements.

• School Resource Officer contract update
• Review of jail census and reimbursement monthly reports
• Central Dispatch update including Curbside SOS implementation
• Emergency Services update
• Appointments to the Community Corrections Advisory Board

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss FY 2021-22 budget amendments and a memorandum of agreement with Delta Township for the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Capital Region Airport Authority.

• Resolution to approve FY 2021-22 Budget Amendments
• Agreement with Delta Township for the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IP AWS)
• Request for Police Officers Association of Michigan and Command Officers Association of Michigan to voluntarily renegotiate collective bargaining agreements
• Ratification of Michigan Economic Development Corporation Development Projects Advisor Confidentiality Agreement
• Approval of claims and purchases

Ways and Means Committee

The committee is meeting to review the 2022/2023 budget, including proposed salary increases and the Sheriff Cadet Program. The agenda also includes updates on health insurance expenditures, the Child Care Fund, and American Rescue Plan (ARP) requests.

• 2022/2023 Budget review including 2% to 2.75% salary increases
• American Rescue Plan update regarding a Sheriff request
• Health Insurance Update following a reported unfavorable variance of ($446,288)
• 2021/2022 Budget Amendments
• Child Care Fund update with an estimated balance of $393,791

Fire/EMS Subcommittee

The subcommittee reviewed operational reports from Central Dispatch, including staffing changes and the passage of a millage on August 2. Members discussed ongoing technical projects and the implementation of new emergency communication tools.

• Millage renew and restore passed on August 2 by 75%
• Curbside SOS go live date set for September 1, 2022
• Implementation of 'Prepared' multi-media software for fire incident photos and videos
• Outdoor warning siren operational at Crandell Lake
• Board of Commissioners authorized one additional telecommunicator position

Public Works and Human Services Committee

The committee will receive semi-annual and status reports from various county departments. The meeting includes updates on the Road Commission, Community Development, Parks, Construction Code, and the DIA.

• Road Commission Semi-Annual Report
• Community Development Report
• Parks Report
• Construction Code Report
• DIA Department Update and Financial Report

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive updates from the Sheriff's Office, Central Dispatch, and Emergency Services. The meeting includes a review of the IPAWS Memorandum of Agreement and monthly reports on jail census and dispatch activity.

• Request for $10,000 retention funding for each Road Patrol and Corrections Deputy for 2021-2022 and 2022-2023
• Review of IPAWS Memorandum of Agreement to establish Eaton County as the exclusive IPAWS Alerting Authority
• Central Dispatch report of 12,157 total telephone calls in July 2022
• Jail census report showing an average daily capacity of 47% for April
• Update on the Crandell Lake outdoor warning siren installation

Parks Commission

The Eaton County Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review financial reports and discuss new business. The body is addressing a Priority Health Grant deadline and a deed transfer.

• Priority Health Grant completion deadline of August 3, 2022
• Deed transfer discussion
• Status of new zero turn lawn mower and 1-ton truck
• Parks Millage information completion
• Payment of bills for June and July 2022

Information Technology and Communication Committee

The Information Technology and Communication Committee will discuss a project proposal from Access Interactive Corporation. The meeting also includes an update from the Connected Michigan Action Team.

• Technology services proposal from Access Interactive Corporation totaling $95,545
• Preventative Maintenance Program costs including $28,545 for SEIM loading and monitoring
• Project-based services including $6,600 for redundant internet connection and $6,600 for DNS/DHCP troubleshooting
• Connected Michigan Action Team update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to adjust a lot line and change a business address for a construction contractor. The body will also discuss a Master Plan update and review department reports.

• Public hearing for CU-4-84: Mark Risner request for lot line adjustment and address change to 6160 S. Clinton Trail
• Discussion of Master Plan Update
• Review of CU-7-13-8 parking area inspection report
• Review of Farmland Preservation (PA 116) applications

Planning Commission

The Eaton County Planning Commission will meet to receive a presentation regarding the kick-off of the Master Plan. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items.

• Master Plan Kick-off Meeting Presentation

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular scheduled meeting for August 2, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Health and Human Services Committee

The committee will meet to receive a semi-annual report from Healing and Recovery Services and an update from the Barry-Eaton District Health Department.

• Healing and Recovery Services Semi-Annual Report
• Barry-Eaton District Health Department Update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed county parks and open space millage and the pledging of credit for Woodview Estates Drain Drainage District bonds. The meeting includes reviews of several grant applications for justice, substance abuse, and child legal representation.

• Proposed County Parks and Open Space Millage vote
• Pledging full faith and credit to Woodview Estates Drain Drainage District Bonds
• Approval of Equalization Department Fee Schedule
• FY 2021/22 Budget Amendments
• Grant applications for Raise the Age, Title IV-E, and Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Program

Community Correction Advisory Board

The board will vote on the FY22 Quarter 3 Report and discuss filling vacant member positions. The meeting includes a review of FY22 funding and programs and updates on specialty courts.

• Vote on FY22 Quarter 3 Report
• Filling vacant positions for communications media, workforce investment, and health/training service areas
• Review of FY22 funding and programs by Melanie Achenbach
• Updates on Adult Circuit Drug Court, J. Sauter Veterans Treatment Court, and Felony DWI Court
• Updates on Swift and Sure Program, 56-A District Hybrid Court, Domestic Violence Court, and Truancy Court

Law Enforcement Subcommittee

The subcommittee met to review operational reports from Central Dispatch and project updates. Members discussed interoperability issues with Ingham County and the implementation of new dispatch software. No official actions were taken as the meeting lacked a quorum.

• Discussion of a millage renewal and restore on the August 2 ballot
• Implementation of Curbside SOS wrecker app
• Testing of 'Prepared' platform for receiving texts, videos, and photos via 911
• Proposed use of 2020 and 2021 homeland security grant money for patrol car shields, pry bars, and rams
• Review of RAVE panic button campus updates for county parks and the Delta Substation

Ways and Means Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the 2022/2023 budget, American Rescue Plan updates, and a proposal to place a parks millage on the November 8, 2022 ballot. The session will also cover health insurance updates and various grant programs.

• Proposed 0.5 mill parks millage for the November 8, 2022 General Election
• 2021/2022 Budget Amendments
• 2022/2023 Budget review
• American Rescue Plan (ARP) update
• Equalization Fee Proposal

Public Works and Human Services Committee

The committee will receive reports from EATRAN, Parks, Construction Code, and the DIA. Discussion items include a Rural Electronics Recycling Grant amendment and a Community Development report.

• Rural Electronics Recycling Grant Amendment
• EATRAN Semi-Annual Report
• Parks Report
• Construction Code Report
• Community Development Report (DCA 7-22-2)

Information Technology and Communication Committee

The committee will meet to receive updates from the Technology Services Department and the Connected Michigan Action Team. The agenda consists of procedural items and departmental reports.

• Connected Michigan Action Team Update
• Technology Services Department Update

Health and Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss grant recommendations for juvenile millage funding and receive a semi-annual report from the Barry-Eaton District Health Department.

• Juvenile millage grant requests totaling $337,000
• Barry-Eaton District Health Department Semi-Annual Report
• Community Mental Health Truancy Intervention Program request for $92,550
• Community Mental Health Parent-Young Child Program request for $138,700
• Eaton RESA Truancy Intervention Program request for $65,750

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding three applications for conditional use permits and a district change amendment. The body will also review Farmland Preservation applications and receive departmental reports.

• CU-2-22-3: Request by Levi Polihouki to alter landscaping/buffering plans for a construction contractors establishment off S. Michigan Road
• CU-7-13-8: Request by Allison Barc to change ownership and add a bakery and catering services to an agricultural business at 1959 W. Kalamo Highway
• DCA-7-22-2: Request by Garett and Kellie Madry to change zoning at 11260 Pine Hwy from Low Density Residential (R-1) to Limited Agricultural (LA)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Eaton County Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a storage business. The board will determine if the property can be granted legal non-conformity status for its setback and size.

• Public hearing for BA-7-23-2: R & H Asset Group request for variance at 3301 Curtis Road
• Request to allow a 43-foot setback from the road right-of-way instead of 50 feet
• Request to operate on a 1.51-acre parcel instead of the required 2 acres
• Request to increase total building size and storage area to 9,000 square feet

Ways and Means Committee

The Ways and Means Committee meeting scheduled for June 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2022.

Emergency Communications Subcommittee

The subcommittee reviewed operational reports for Central Dispatch and provided updates on several technology projects. Members discussed an upcoming millage on the August ballot and the future procurement of a new Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system.

• Discussion of a millage appearing on the August ballot
• Plan to form a committee later this summer to evaluate a new CAD system
• Update on Curbside SOS mapping and ASAP to PSAP integration
• Review of RAVE Facility and RAVE Collaborate tools
• Budget discussion regarding a data channel on towers

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the 2022 summer property tax levy and several grant applications for public safety and materials management. The meeting includes a proposal to reorganize the Parks Department and abolish the Parks Commission.

• Adoption of 2022 Summer Property Tax Levy
• Adoption of Consolidated Construction Code Ordinance
• Michigan Justice Training Competitive Grant application up to $13,545
• Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant application up to $5,970
• Resolution to abolish the Parks Commission and reorganize the Parks Department

Zoning Ordinance Committee

The Eaton County Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss possible updates to the Eaton County Land Development Code (Zoning Ordinance).

• Discussion of updates to the Eaton County Land Development Code

Ways and Means Committee

The committee is reviewing the 2022 summer property tax levy and the 2022/2023 budget. The body is also considering resolutions regarding farmland preservation and the transfer of surplus funds to the General Fund.

• Proposed 2022 summer property tax levy of 5.2096 mills for General County Operations
• Proposed transfer of $500,000 surplus from the Delinquent Tax Revolving Fund to the General Fund
• Farmland and Open Space applications for Scott A. Spitzley (166 acres) and Douglas J. Westondorp (134.80 acres)
• Resolution opposing House Bill 4730 regarding treasurer data provision
• Review of 2021/2022 budget amendments and 2022/2023 budget projections

Public Works and Human Services Committee

The committee will meet to receive updates on county operations. The agenda includes reports from Parks, Construction Code, and Community Development, as well as a financial update for the DIA.

• Parks Report
• Construction Code Report
• DIA Department Update and Financial Report
• Community Development Report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to change conditions for an existing permit at 194 S. Michigan Road. The applicants seek to construct an additional building for a golf course and construction business.

• Public hearing for CU-12-09-14: request by Douglas Reaves, Russell Thorn, and Clay Carstensen to construct an additional building at 194 S. Michigan Road

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular scheduled meeting for June 7, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Health and Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing funding requests for juvenile millage programs and receiving a semi-annual report from the Tri-County Office on Aging. The meeting also includes an appointment for the Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board.

• Juvenile Millage proposals: CMH Truancy Intervention ($114,189), Eaton RESA Truancy Intervention ($65,750), CMH Parent-Young Child ($138,700), CAPCAN College Access ($10,000), and HS-MM Shared Housing Intervention ($30,000)
• Tri-County Office on Aging semi-annual report including a proposed 3% increase in Consortium Dues for fiscal year 2023
• Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board appointment
• Review of April 4, 2022 meeting minutes

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is discussing grant applications for the Sheriff's Office and Emergency Services. The body is reviewing funding requests for evidence technician training and hazardous materials emergency preparedness.

• Michigan Justice Training Competitive Grant application for up to $13,545 for evidence technician training and equipment
• Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant application for up to $5,970 for SARA Title III response plans and LEPC operations
• Update on the implementation of Curbside SOS for towing company dispatching
• Report on the installation of an outdoor warning siren at Crandall Lake Park

Information Technology and Communication Committee

The regular meeting of the Information Technology & Communication Committee scheduled for June 1, 2022, has been cancelled.

Parks Commission

The Eaton County Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to review financial reports and staff updates. The body will discuss returning the Annual Car Show to the Friends of Eaton County Parks for fundraising purposes.

• Discussion of Annual Car Show returning to Friends for fundraising
• Review of May 2022 payment of bills and finance report
• Update on SUP review

Planning Commission

The Eaton County Planning Commission will hold public hearings for four conditional use permit requests. The body will also conduct nominations and elections for Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary.

• CU-2-22-1: Home business (hair salon) at 1950 Gidner Road, Carmel Township
• CU-2-22-2: Surface mine at 8645 Kelly Highway, Vermontville Township
• CU-2-22-3: Construction contractors establishment and equipment storage off S. Michigan Road, Eaton Rapids Township
• CU-2-22-4: Event venue, winery, and u-pick orchard at 19 E. Five Point Highway, Eaton Township
• CU-10-17-18: Request by Bellevue Stone Products and Reinhart Robert Cook to transfer a surface mine operator permit

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) CARES Grant closeout. The meeting includes votes on budget amendments, borrowing resolutions for delinquent taxes, and various facility and service contracts.

• Public Hearing: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) CARES Grant Closeout
• 2022 Borrowing Resolution for 2021 Delinquent Taxes
• FY 2021-2022 Budget Amendments
• Jail and Youth Facility Security System Replacement Project Contract
• Optimist Park Lease Agreement

Community Correction Advisory Board

The board is meeting to vote on the FY22 Quarter 1 Report and address two vacant member positions. The session includes a review of FY22 funding and programs and updates on specialty courts.

• Vote on FY22 Quarter 1 Report
• Vacant positions for a communications media member and a workforce investment board member
• Review of FY22 funding and programs
• Updates on Adult Circuit Drug Court, Veterans Treatment Court, Felony DWI Court, Swift and Sure Program, 56-A District Hybrid and Domestic Violence Court, and Truancy Court

Law Enforcement Subcommittee

The subcommittee discussed radio communications, including the use of dynamic zones and the implementation of the TAC 2 policy. Members decided to reactivate the TAC 2 policy on February 1, 2022, to improve scene safety during critical incidents.

• Reactivation of the TAC 2 radio policy scheduled for February 1, 2022
• Tornado siren work continues at Crandell Lake Park pending board of commissioner easement approval
• Formation of a committee to evaluate a new Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system
• FY-20 grant funds remain available for law enforcement terrorism prevention
• Election of committee officers: Larry Weeks (Chairman), Jeff Cook (Vice Chair), and Richard Barry (Secretary)

Ways and Means Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss financial updates, including a resolution for borrowing against 2021 delinquent taxes and 2021/2022 budget amendments. The agenda also includes updates on the American Rescue Plan Act and employee recruiting and retention initiatives.

• Delinquent Tax Borrowing Resolution for 2021 taxes
• 2021/2022 Budget Amendments
• American Rescue Plan Act Final Rule discussion
• Employment Recruiting and Retention Initiative
• 2022 Remonumentation Program Resolutions

Public Works and Human Services Committee

The committee will discuss the Greater Lansing Regional Committee Memorandum of Agreement renewal and the Optimist Park Lease. The meeting also includes reports from the Construction Code, DIA, and Community Development departments.

• Greater Lansing Regional Committee Memorandum of Agreement Renewal
• Optimist Park Lease
• Construction Code Report
• DIA Financial Report
• Community Development Report

Health and Human Services Committee

The regular meeting of the Health and Human Services Committee scheduled for January 10, 2022, has been cancelled.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is reviewing updates from the Sheriff's Office, Central Dispatch, and Emergency Services. The body is discussing a security system project for the jail and youth facility and a proposed ORV ordinance.

• Jail and Youth Facility Security System Project contract recommendation for Accurate Controls, Inc.
• Proposed amendment to Sheriff’s Office fee schedule for contracted patrol from $55/hour to $60/hour
• Proposed public hearing on draft ORV Ordinance scheduled for February 16, 2022
• Recommendation to apply for American Rescue Plan Act supplemental grant funds through the EMPG
• Installation of a tornado siren at Crandall Lake Park

Parks Commission

The Commission will elect 2022 officers and review December 2021 financial reports. New business includes a Kiwanis Manor proposal for the Regional Connector Trail and a 2022 MDNR grant application regarding Crandell Fishing Pier.

• Election of 2022 Commission Officers
• Kiwanis Manor Proposal – Regional Connector Trail
• 2022 MDNR Grant Application - Crandell Fishing Pier
• Parks Director Transition
• “Restore our Parks” Long Term Revenue Subcommittee Public Opinion Survey

Planning Commission

The regular scheduled meeting of the Eaton County Planning Commission for Tuesday, January 4, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 1, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. in the Board of Commissioners meeting room.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The regular scheduled meeting for January 4, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of business.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct organizational business for the new year. This includes electing a Vice Chairperson, forming the Committee on Committees, and establishing the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Deposit of County Funds Resolution
• Senior Citizens Tax Payment Resolution
• Appointment of commissioners to various boards with $35.00 per diem plus mileage
• Establishment of 2022 committee assignments