Emmet County, MI
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👤 Members & officials (17)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Commissioners
- Brett Gooding
- Chuck Laughbaum
- Don Mapes
- Rich Ginop
- Dave White
- Matt Koontz
- Brian Gutowski
- Brain Gutowski
- Beading Yanes
- Brian Gulasdel
- Deve While
- Gino
- Gute
- Heth Koontz
- Logdtosum
- Loochz
- Wine
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 11, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves $60K Bay Bluffs cooler/freezer replacement
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved all agenda items, including a $60,167.33 contract for the Bay Bluffs walk-in cooler and freezer replacement, acceptance of a $30,000 donation for patrol rifles, and a $70,000 Operation Stonegarden grant. The board also approved the child care fund budget, a LexisNexis software agreement, participation in the Michigan Purchasing Card Consortium, and an amended tax rate request. Public comment raised concerns about the zoning text amendment process for storage uses.
- Approved FY 2026-2027 Child Care Fund budget (7-0)
- Awarded Bay Bluffs cooler/freezer replacement to Stafford-Smith, Inc. for $60,167.33 (7-0)
- Accepted $30,000 donation from The Kent Foundation for patrol rifles (7-0)
- Accepted $70,000 Operation Stonegarden grant (7-0)
- Approved LexisNexis Coplogic software agreement (7-0)
- Approved participation in Michigan Purchasing Card Consortium (7-0)
- Approved amended L-4029 Tax Rate Request (7-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Monday, August 10, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
DRAFT
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Don Mapes; seconded by Brett Gooding to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 7 - 0
Voting For: Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt Koontz,
Chuck Laughbaum
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Brett Gooding to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 7- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) Emmet County Fair Auto Cross
(3) July 23, 2026 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
Paul Morradian made the attached statement in regards to storage use text amendments in the
zoning code. (attachment #1)
EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Monday, August 10, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Lau …
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Fri Jul 24, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves $155,584 Pellston Airport roof restoration
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved a $155,584 roof restoration project for the Pellston Airport, accepted the 2025 audit with a clean opinion, and accepted a $10,045 grant for the Sheriff's LiveScan system. The board also accepted the resignation of Medical Examiner Dr. Carl Hawkins, appointed Dr. Paul Wagner as his successor, and appointed Dr. Hawkins as Deputy Medical Examiner. All votes were unanimous (6-0).
- Approved $4,672,199.77 in claims and $4,872.74 in travel vouchers (6-0)
- Approved proclamation honoring Dr. Carl Hawkins for 28 years of service (6-0)
- Accepted 2025 audit with unmodified/clean opinion (6-0)
- Accepted $10,045 NCHIP grant for Sheriff LiveScan (6-0)
- Approved Pellston Airport Flat Roof Restoration up to $155,584 (6-0)
- Accepted Dr. Carl Hawkins' resignation as Medical Examiner (6-0)
- Appointed Dr. Paul Wagner as Medical Examiner (6-0)
- Appointed Dr. Carl Hawkins as Deputy Medical Examiner effective Aug 1, 2026 (6-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Thursday, July 23, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Dave White, Matt
Koontz
Excused: Brian Gutowski
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Rich Ginop; seconded by Don Mapes to approve the agenda as printed. Motion
Passed: 6 - 0
Voting For: Dave White, Matt Koontz, Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop
Voting Against: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Moved by Matt Koontz; seconded by Brett Gooding to approve the July 13, 2026 meeting
minutes.
Motion Passed: 6- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Dave White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
PUBLIC COMMENT
Henry Brennan urged the Commissioners to take the lead in restoring the M-119 corridor and in
creating a storm water management plan for the area. He feels that the M-119 area is the
crown jewel of Emmet County bringing tourism to the area and increasing land values. He noted
that several homeowners will be challenging their home values if the road is not restored ina
timely manner.
Holly Willcome addressed ongoing issues with the Zoning Board of Appeals. She is asking the
Commissioners to address the issues of the way the ZBA is operating as they are the overseeing
authority of the ZBA.
Amy Woods voiced her frustration with the flo …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves $884K taxiway reconstruction contract at Pellston airport
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and purchases, including an $884,477.98 construction administration agreement for the Pellston Regional Airport taxiway reconstruction project. The board also approved fleet vehicle leases, two plow trucks, and a first amendment to the indigent legal representation contract. All items passed with 7-0 votes except the plow truck purchase, which passed 6-1.
- Approved Mead and Hunt construction administration agreement for taxiway reconstruction, $884,477.98 (7-0)
- Approved Enterprise Fleet leases for three 2027 Chevrolet Equinox AWD, max $2,098.35/month for 48 months (7-0)
- Approved purchase of two 2026 Chevrolet 2500 Work Trucks from Berger Chevrolet, $87,612.00 total (6-1)
- Approved First Amendment to Consortium Attorney Contract for indigent legal representation (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including MGT consulting agreements with Prosecuting Attorney and Friend of the Court (7-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Monday, July 13, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Rich Ginop; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 7 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brett Gooding; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 7- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) MGT Consulting Services Agreement with Prosecuting Attorney
(3) MGT Consulting Services Agreement with Friend of the Court
(4) June 18 Meeting Minutes
(5) June 18, 2026 Closed Session Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
APPEARANCES
(1) North County Community Mental Health
Brian Babbitt, Chief Executive Officer of North Country Community Mental Health, presented
the 2025 annual report. He pointed out that CMH is continuing to navigate the RFP with the
Health Department. O …
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Fri Jun 19, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Emmet County approves $31K EMS paramedic retention incentive program
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved a $31,000 paramedic retention and staffing incentive program for 2026, along with a $42,180 annual medical examiner services contract and a $50,300 boiler venting replacement. The board also approved $3.3 million in claims and payments, postponed sending a letter to MDOT about M-119, and made several appointments. All substantive motions passed unanimously except the MDOT letter postponement, which passed 6-1.
- Approved EMS 2026 Paramedic Retention and Staffing Incentive Program, total cost not to exceed $31,000 (7-0)
- Approved Medical Examiner Services proposal from Mid Michigan Medical Examiner Group, Aug 1, 2026–Dec 31, 2029, at $42,180 annual administrative fee (7-0)
- Approved boiler venting replacement award to Dainoviec Mechanical for $45,800 plus $4,500 contingency, total not to exceed $50,300 (7-0)
- Postponed sending a letter to MDOT regarding M-119 and instead monitor MDOT actions (6-1, Laughbaum against)
- Approved payment of claims totaling $3,314,257.51 and committee/travel vouchers totaling $6,755.66 (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including FY26 Remonumentation Agreements, fair parking/sound/security contracts, DPW scrap tire hauling amendment, and June 8 minutes (7-0)
- Approved performance agreement with Lee Fayssoux for $1,500 at the 2026 Emmet-Charlevoix County Fair (7-0)
- Appointed Keason Sanvordenker to NLEA Board, Steven Keck to Veterans Affairs Board, and accepted Denny Keiser's resignation from Materials Management Planning Committee (7-0 each)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Thursday June 18, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Board agreed to only consider the two applications on the agenda for the Veterans Affairs
Committee and not consider the two that were submitted after the agenda was posted.
Moved by Rich Ginop; seconded by Brian Gutowski to move the closed session to after the
second public comment and approve the agenda as amended.
Motion Passed: 7 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Don Mapes to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 7- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) FY26 Remonumentation Agreements
(3) Parking Lot Management Agreement- Fair
(4) 2026 Fair Sound and Lighting Contract
(5) Fair - Security Agreement
(6) DPW Scrap Tire Hauling Agreement Amendment 2
(7) June 8, 2026 Meeting Minutes
(8) Jun …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves $11.5M airport taxiway reconstruction and $11.9M FAA grant
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved multiple airport improvement projects, including an $11.5 million taxiway reconstruction and acceptance of an $11.9 million FAA grant. The board also approved a one-year extension of the Bear Creek deputy agreement, a $50,000 jail video surveillance grant, and a special liquor license for the county fair. A DTE gas pipeline project was discussed but no action was taken.
- Approved $11,522,756.90 airport taxiway reconstruction contract with M&M Excavating (7-0)
- Accepted $11,856,992 FAA Airport Improvement Program grant with $312,026 local match (7-0)
- Approved $640,989.71 airport layout plan update consulting contract with Mead & Hunt (7-0)
- Approved $584,236.60 airport approach clearing contract with Britt Heinz Tree Service (7-0)
- Approved $118,922.78 airport construction administration services with Mead & Hunt (7-0)
- Approved Bear Creek Law Enforcement Services Agreement Amendment 1 extending term to June 18, 2027 (7-0)
- Accepted $50,000 MMRMA grant for jail video surveillance upgrade (6-0)
- Approved special liquor license application for Emmet Charlevoix County Fair (5-2)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Monday, June 8, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Rich Ginop; seconded by Brian Gutowski to remove the Sheriff Bear Creek Deputy
Agreement from the consent agenda, add it to new business, and to add "MDOT letter" to
communications, and approve the agenda as amended.
Motion Passed: 7 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Matt Koontz to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 7- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) DPW Cheboygan County Recyclable Materials Agreement
(3) May 21, 2026 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
Karla Buckmaster asked the Commissioners not to approve the Sherriff/Bear Creek deputy
agreement. She pointed out that the township already pays taxes for public safety and asked
why Bear Creek residents should have to pay twice. …
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Tue May 26, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board rejects sanitary code amendments; approves $1.06M generator project
The Board of Commissioners rejected amendments to the Health Department of Northwest Michigan District Sanitary Code that would have added misdemeanor penalties for violations, failing 2-5. They approved a $1,064,350 generator upgrade project, a $26,000 flood voucher grant, and a mutual aid agreement with St. Ignace. All other motions passed unanimously.
- Rejected HDNW sanitary code amendments adding misdemeanor penalties (2-5)
- Approved $1,064,350 generator upgrade project for five county sites (7-0)
- Accepted $26,000 grant from Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation for flood vouchers (7-0)
- Approved mutual aid agreement with City of St. Ignace (7-0)
- Approved $4,268,986.10 in claims and $3,761.60 in travel vouchers (7-0)
- Approved 2026 L-4029 Tax Rate Request (7-0)
- Approved FY2027 Community Corrections Plan-Application (7-0)
- Approved $1,417,766 airport obstruction removal project (7-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Thursday, May 21, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER .
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brain Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Rich Ginop; seconded by Brian Gutowski to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 7 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 7- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) Camp Petosega Employee Rental
(3) DPW Presque Isle Recycle Agreement
(4) May 11, 2026 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
Tana Baldwin made the attached statement. (attachment #1)
APPEARANCES
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
(1) Finance Report - March 2026
Pam Gibson reported that for the first quarter 4% of revenues have been collected and 14% of
expenses have been made. Service revenues are up but building permits are slightly down. All
expenses have been budgeted items. T …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
that the Emmet County Board of Commissioners, having reviewed the FY 2027 Community Corrections Plan-Application, approves the same, and directs that both documents be submitted to the Office of…
7 yea
Lagoon yea · Goodix yea · Anes yea · Ging yea · Euless yea · White yea · Keorte yea
Fri Apr 24, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves $8.9M in claims, new labor deal, and disaster food aid
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved $8,919,411.53 in claims plus $2,688.94 in vouchers, a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Road Patrol Deputies, and acceptance of $22,222.22 in disaster relief funding for food assistance. The board also approved an electronics recycling agreement, a compost awareness proclamation, and several appointments. All votes were unanimous 6-0.
- Approved claims payment of $8,919,411.53 and vouchers of $2,688.94 (6-0)
- Approved FOP Road Patrol Deputies labor agreement for 2026-2028 (6-0)
- Accepted $22,222.22 Michigan Strategic Fund grant for disaster food assistance (6-0)
- Approved Manna Food Project agreement to distribute disaster relief funds (6-0)
- Approved electronics recycling service agreement with Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations (6-0)
- Approved proclamation recognizing May 3-9, 2026 as International Compost Awareness Week (6-0)
- Appointed Jim Feagan to Community Corrections Advisory Board (6-0)
- Appointed Brian Barker and Jeanne Terry to Jury Board (6-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Thursday, April 23, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Dave White, Matt
Koontz.
Excused: Brian Gutowski
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Brett Gooding; seconded by Don Mapes to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 6 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Dave White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brett Gooding; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 6- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Dave White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) DPW Mattress Recycling Contract Bay Area Recycling for Charity
(3) April 13, 2026 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
APPEARANCES
(1) Emmet County Sheriff Annual Report 2025
Sheriff Leirstein presented his 2025 annual report.
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
(1) Administrator's Report
Matt Blythe reported on the current flooding conditions. 33 counties in Michigan have declared
a state of emergency which has been approved by the Governor. The water levels have
stabilized but it will take 60 to 90 d …
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Wed Apr 8, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves $906,617 Bay Bluffs roof replacement
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and agreements, including a $906,617 roof replacement for Bay Bluffs Medical Care Facility and a $142,300 roofing project at Pellston Airport. They also approved the 2026 Equalization Report, an appraisal services contract, purchase of six ventilators, sheriff's office agreements, and a fleet lease. All motions passed unanimously (7-0).
- Approved 2026 Equalization Report and L-4024 (7-0)
- Approved independent appraisal services contract up to $35,000 (7-0)
- Approved purchase of 6 transport ventilators from Hamilton Medical for $123,410.09 plus 5-year service agreement at $8,400/year (7-0)
- Awarded Pellston Airport roof reshingling to Citi Roofing for $142,300, with 10% contingency, total not to exceed $156,530 (7-0)
- Awarded Bay Bluffs roof replacement to Summit Roofing for $906,617, with 10% contingency, total not to exceed $997,275 (7-0)
- Approved two Letters of Understanding with Sheriff and FOPLC (7-0)
- Approved Motorola Solutions amendment adding two in-car cameras at $25,949 over five years (7-0)
- Approved Enterprise Fleet lease for 2026 Chevrolet Traverse at $835.81/month for 60 months (7-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Monday, April 13, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Rich Ginop; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 7 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Matt Koontz; seconded by Brian Gutowski to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 7- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) SMART COMMUNICATIONS AGREEMENT AMENDMENT 1
(3) Harbor Springs Excavating Rubble Hauling Addendum 2
(4) March 19, 2026 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
APPEARANCES
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
Dave Boyer reported that Emergency Management has been sending notifications regarding the
current flooding. He noted that a section of M-119 along the Tunnel of Trees has washed out.
He also noted that there are currently no flights coming or going in and out of Pellston Airport …
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Fri Mar 13, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves .50-mill senior services millage for Aug. 4 ballot
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved placing a new .50-mill millage for services for older citizens on the August 4, 2026 Primary Election ballot, replacing the expired millage. The board also awarded contracts for flooring replacement at four county properties and groundwater monitoring well installation at Pellston Regional Airport. All substantive motions passed unanimously, 6-0.
- Approved ballot language for .50-mill senior services millage, 4 years, Aug. 4, 2026 election (6-0)
- Awarded flooring removal/replacement project to Youngs's Flooring, $234,547.62 plus 10% contingency (6-0)
- Approved Pearson Drilling groundwater monitoring well bid at Pellston Regional Airport, up to $20,327 (6-0)
- Accepted MMRMA RAP/CAP grant up to $50,000 for Sheriff's Taser Project (6-0)
- Approved $42,000 reimbursement to Road Commission for Click Road Bear River Bridge project (6-0)
- Approved claims payment of $2,125,504.57 and travel vouchers of $4,413.83 (6-0)
- Appointed Noelle Behling to Historical Commission; Toni Drier and Nate Hall to Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0)
- Reappointed Bill Shorter to Sanitary Code Board of Appeals and Phil Duran to Land Bank Authority (6-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Thursday, March 19, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave White,
Matt Koontz.
Excused: Brett Gooding
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Don Mapes to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 6 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt
Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Don Mapes; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 6- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt
Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) FY25 State of Michigan - Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)
(3) Top O' Michigan Outboard Racing Club
(4) DPW Tip Wall Amendment 7 Sidock Professional Services Agreement
(5) Fair Gate Collection Renewal BCP LLC.
(6) March 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
APPEARANCES
ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT
(1) Administrators Report
Dave Boyer reported that summer employment positions have been posted, and 2026 plat
books are on now on sale. Parks and Rec have several events comin …
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[context] levy in December of 2026 for use in 2027, said funds to be used to support programs and services to the older citizens of Emmet County, and shall the County levy such millage for said…
6 yea
Leodtoeun yea · Mages yea · Canop yea · Gelouskh yea · White yea · Kooat yea
Wed Mar 11, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves $58,834 Bay Bluffs cooler/freezer replacement
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved several contracts and purchases, including a $58,834.28 walk-in cooler and freezer replacement at Bay Bluffs, a $65,359.00 EMS vehicle, a $336,876.50 recycling truck, and an airport TSA lease. All motions passed unanimously (6-0). Public comment raised concerns about the Sheriff's wrecker rotation policy, but no action was taken on it.
- Approved Bay Bluffs Walk-In Cooler & Freezer Removal & Replacement to Stafford-Smith, Inc. for $58,834.28 with 10% contingency (6-0)
- Approved purchase of one 2026 Chevrolet Suburban from Berger Chevrolet for $65,359.00 (6-0)
- Approved award for New Curbside Recycling Truck to Zaremba Equipment, Inc. for $336,876.50 (6-0)
- Approved TSA Lease Agreement at Pellston Regional Airport with GSA (6-0)
- Approved amendment to Mead & Hunt agreement for crack sealing and pavement marking at Pellston Regional Airport for $22,341.79 (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda including FY26 remonumentation agreements, Sheriff canteen services amendment, and other items (6-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Monday, March 9, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair, Rich Ginop, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Matt Koontz
Excused: Dave White
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Brett Gooding to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 6 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Matt
Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Don Mapes; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 6- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Matt
Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) FY26 Remonumentation Agreements
(3) Sheriff Canteen Services Agreement Amendment
(4) Sheriff Fueling Futures Grant Award
(5) Sheriff- MCOLES Public Safety Academy Assistance Program 2026
(6) Empiric Solutions Inc. Agreement Renewal 2026
(7) February 19, 2026 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
Brittney and Andrew Hall both voiced their concerns with the wrecker rotation policy with the
Sheriff's Office. Andrew and Brittney own Statewide towing. Their business has been part of the
agre …
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Emmet County Board approves $1M PFAS airport grant and $3.9M in claims
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,000,000 PFAS airport grant agreement with EGLE and authorized $3,896,934.34 for claims along with $8,371.74 for committee and travel vouchers. The board also approved a parks mowing agreement, a historical lens loan and restoration contract, and several local board appointments and reappointments.
- Approved claims of $3,896,934.34 and travel vouchers of $8,371.74 (7-0)
- Approved Northern Lawn Services agreement up to $21,000 annually at $1,360 per mow (7-0)
- Approved loan of Grays Reef 3.5 Order Fresnel Lens and $1,533.50 restoration contract (7-0)
- Accepted EGLE PFAS Airport Grant agreement in the amount of $1,000,000 (7-0)
- Reappointed Neil Ahrens and David Cluley to NLEA Board (7-0)
- Reappointed Bev Steckert, Jim Harrington, and Mary Netzky to Advisory Committee on Aging (7-0)
- Appointed Darcy Wright to Materials Management Planning Committee (7-0)
- Accepted resignation of Sarah Ulrich from Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (7-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Thursday, February 19, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Rich Ginop; seconded by Brett Gooding to approve the agenda with the removal of
11.1 under new business.
Motion: 7-0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the consent agenda and
all items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items
on behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion : 7-0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) February 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes and February 9, 2026 Closed Session Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
APPEARANCES
(1) Health Department of Northwest Michigan
Shannon Klonowski, Health Officer, and Jeremy Fluk, Director of Environmental Health,
presented the proposed updates to the District Sanitary Code. Currently, the District Sanitary
Code does not cite MCL 333.2443 that is in the State Public Health Law, instead only
paraphrases it. At the dire …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves agenda with Planning Commission compensation discussion
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda with an added item to discuss Planning Commission compensation. The consent agenda was also approved, including agreements for Jaws of Life and a passenger facility charge administration renewal. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.
- Approved agenda with added Planning Commission compensation discussion (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Jaws of Life Agreements FY 2026 (7-0)
- Approved Mead and Hunt 2026-2027 Passenger Facility Charge Administration Renewal (7-0)
- Approved January 15, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'$ MINUTES
Monday, February 9, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, Ml 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Laughbaum requested to add a discussion regarding compensation for Planning Board
members.
Moved by Rich Ginop; seconded by Don Mapes to approve the agenda with the addition of item
titled "Planning Commission Compensation" under New Business.
Motion Passed: 7 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1)
Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the consent agenda and
all items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items
on behalf of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 7- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2)
(3)
(4)
Jaws of Life Agreements FY 2026
Mead and Hunt 2026-2027 Passenger Facility Charge Administration Renewal
January 15, 2026 Meeting Minutes
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Fri Jan 16, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board adopts moratorium on commercial storage decisions until Sept. 1
The Board unanimously adopted a resolution deferring reviews and decisions on commercial storage uses until September 1, 2026, to allow the Planning Commission to review and amend the zoning ordinance. The board also approved several contracts, including a roof restoration project, an EMS cot fastener system, and fairgrounds electrical upgrades, all by 7-0 votes. Claims totaling $2,447,170.27 were approved, and multiple board appointments and resignations were accepted.
- Adopted resolution deferring commercial storage decisions until Sept. 1, 2026 (7-0)
- Approved $2,447,170.27 in claims and $3,446.07 in travel vouchers (7-0)
- Approved Summit Point Roofing roof restoration up to $331,752 (7-0)
- Approved Stryker power load cot fastener system up to $30,798.53 (7-0)
- Approved High Point Electrical fairgrounds upgrades up to $154,000 (7-0)
- Approved 2026 committee assignments with Gooding replacing Ginop on SANE Board (7-0)
- Reappointed Denny Keiser to DPW Board; appointed Chad Howard to Fair Board (7-0)
- Accepted resignations from Jury Board and Historical Commission (7-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Thursday, January 15, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski,
Dave White, Matt Koontz.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Brett Gooding to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 7 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Brett Gooding; seconded by Don Mapes to approve the consent agenda and all items
contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on behalf
of the Board of Commissioners.
Motion Passed: 7- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Don Mapes, Rich Ginop, Brian Gutowski, Dave
White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) Heritage Village Parking Agreement Termination
(3) Telnet Telephone Service Provider Agreement
(4) Agreement for Extension Services with Michigan State University Extension
(5) January 5, 2026 Organizational Meeting Minutes
(6) January 5, 2026 Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
Paul Mooradian gave the attached statement. (attachment #1)
Nate Hall responded by pointing out that the intention of the Resolution is to give the Planning
Department time to do the proper r …
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board elects White chair, approves 2026 fee schedule
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners elected Dave White as Chair and Don Mapes as Vice Chair (5-0). They approved the 2026 meeting schedule and the 2026 fee schedule (4-1, Laughbaum opposed). Committee assignments were postponed to the January 15 meeting due to absences.
- Elected Dave White as Chairperson (5-0)
- Elected Don Mapes as Vice Chairperson (5-0)
- Approved 2026 meeting schedule (5-0)
- Approved 2026 fee schedule (4-1)
- Postponed committee assignments to Jan 15, 2026 (5-0)
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Monday January 5, 2026
5:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Clerk, Suzanne Kanine, at 5:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt Koontz.
Excused: Don Mapes, Rich Ginop.
(1) Election of Chairperson
Kanine called for nominations for Chair. Commissioner White was nominated by Commissioner
Gutowski. There were no other nominations. Kanine declared the nominations closed.
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Brett Gooding to select Commissioner White for
Chairperson.
Motion Passed: 5- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) Election of Vice Chairperson
White called for nominations for Vice Chair. Commissioner Ginop was nominated by
Commissioner Laughbaum. There were no other nominations. White declared the nominations
closed.
Moved by Chuck Laughbaum; seconded by Brian Gutowski to select Commissioner Ginop as the
Vice Chair.
Motion Passed: 5- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Matt Koontz; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 5 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
NEW BUSINESS
(1) 2026 …
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approves training reimbursement, FOP agreement, recovery counseling
The Emmet County Board of Commissioners approved three new business items unanimously: a training reimbursement agreement for a sheriff's office employee, a Letter of Understanding adding Court Bailiff to the FOP corrections unit, and a counseling services agreement for the Recovery Program not to exceed $39,895. The board also approved the consent agenda and prior minutes. Public comment raised concerns about the mini-storage ordinance, but no action was taken.
- Approved Sheriff's Office training reimbursement agreement with Noah Gosciak (5-0)
- Approved Letter of Understanding with FOP adding Court Bailiff classification (5-0)
- Approved Recovery Program counseling agreement with Bay Area Substance Abuse Education Services, up to $39,895 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Sheriff Tele-Rad agreement, Harbor Hall agreement, Keep It Real Social agreement, and Dec 18 minutes (5-0)
📄 From the minutes
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EMMET COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'S MINUTES
Monday January 5, 2026
6:00 PM
200 Division Street Petoskey, MI 49770
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair, Dave White, at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Brain Gutowski, Dave White, Matt Koontz.
Excused: Don Mapes, Rich Ginop
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Brian Gutowski; seconded by Brett Gooding to approve the agenda as printed.
Motion Passed: 5 - 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) Consent Agenda Motion
Moved by Matt Koontz; seconded by Chuck Laughbaum to approve the consent agenda and all
items contained therein, and authorize the County Administrator to sign the attached items on
behalf of the Board of Commissioners
Motion Passed: 5- 0
Voting For: Chuck Laughbaum, Brett Gooding, Brian Gutowski, Dave White, Matt Koontz
Voting Against: None
(2) Sheriff Tele-Rad Service Agreement 2026
(3) FY26 57th. Circuit Court Recovery Program- Harbor Hall Agreement
(4) FY26 Keep It Real Social Agreement Emmet Charlevoix Fair
(5) December 18, 2025, Meeting Minutes
PUBLIC COMMENT
Nate Hall, owner of Conway Storage, expressed his concern of the current mini -storage
ordinance. He feels the ordinance is outdated which is allowing large industrial storage buildings
to take over B2 zoned properties. Hall noted that he has also voiced these concerns to the
Planning …
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
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