Washtenaw County public meetings in 2025

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider and vote on several financial actions, including approval of $50,000 in claims for November‑December 2025 and payment of audit and accounting charges. It will also adopt the proposed 2026 regular meeting calendar. Updates on lake improvement projects, the WRRMA, and the Materials Management Plan will be presented.

• Approve claims of $50,000 and under for Nov‑Dec 2025 (Attachment A)
• Approve 2025 audit charges V2025-004 and accounting vouchers V2025-005
• Adopt proposed 2026 Board of Public Works regular meeting calendar
• Report price increase from Solitude on lake improvement projects
• Approve meeting minutes from 11/12/25 for Materials Management Plan

Continuum of Care Board

The Continuum of Care Board will review and discuss the latest funding updates for fiscal year 2025-26. The meeting includes presentations of the 2026 Point In Time Count and a racial disparity report. The board will also consider integration of veteran services. All agenda items are for discussion; no specific actions beyond agenda and minutes approval are listed.

• Approval of agenda (action)
• Approval of November minutes (action)
• 2026 Point In Time Count presentation by Andrew Kraemer
• 2025 Racial Disparity Report presentation by Andrew Kraemer
• CoC Funding Updates for FY25-26 presented by Kristin Kunes

Board of Health

The Washtenaw County Board of Health will review reports and presentations, including a racial equity office update and an HIV/STI program briefing. It will address old business items such as the federal/state budget and the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee. New business includes adopting the 2026 meeting calendar, making board appointments, and conducting officer elections.

• Approval of agenda (action)
• Approval of 10/24/25 meeting minutes (action)
• Racial Equity Office presentation – Derrick Jackson
• WCHD HIV/STI Program presentation – Hope Delecke
• 2026 Board of Health Meeting Calendar (action item)

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will consider and act on a work‑plan amendment for the 303 N. Fifth and 312 Detroit Street brownfield project, updating eligible activity costs after EGEL review. Other items include discussion of a conflict‑of‑interest acknowledgment form, a grant for the Townie Homes MSHDA housing brownfield plan, and a state brownfield revolving fund invoice. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as the financial report and meeting calendar.

• 303 N. Fifth/312 Detroit Street Act 381 Work Plan Amendment – action
• Townie Homes MSHDA Housing Brownfield Plan – action
• State of Michigan State Brownfield Revolving Fund Invoice for 2024 – action
• Conflict of Interest Acknowledgement Form – discussion
• December 2025 Financial Report – information

The Authority unanimously approved the Work Plan Amendment for the 303 N. Fifth/312 Detroit Street site, adding $300,000 for unanticipated response activities. It also approved a $6,000 environmental assessment grant (50% funded) for 126 W. Michigan. The Board approved the Townie Homes MSHDA Housing TIF Brownfield Plan for 26 scattered homes in Ann Arbor. Finally, the 2024 State Brownfield Revolving Fund invoice was approved.

• Approved Work Plan Amendment for 303 N. Fifth/312 Detroit St (unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 environmental assessment grant (50% funded) for 126 W. Michigan (unanimous)
• Approved Townie Homes MSHDA Housing TIF Brownfield Plan for 26 homes in Ann Arbor (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 State Brownfield Revolving Fund invoice (unanimous)

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will review landfill and recycling reports, consider input on construction‑and‑demolition and organics programs, and vote on the proposed 2026 meeting calendar. It will also examine draft goals and actions for future waste‑management initiatives before a public‑engagement session.

• Review of reported landfill data
• Discussion of construction‑and‑demolition recycling (RAA Recovery Yard, Knights, HER Recycling)
• Organics chapter input and discussion
• Review of draft waste‑management goals and actions
• Vote on the 2026 meeting calendar

The committee approved the agenda and the November 12, 2025 minutes. New member Chris Williams (SEMCOG) was approved to join the MMPC. The regular 2026 meeting calendar was approved, rescheduling the February 16, 2026 meeting. The planned public‑engagement session was postponed from January 2026.

• Agenda approved (all in favor)
• November 12, 2025 minutes approved (all in favor)
• New member Chris Williams (SEMCOG) approved to MMPC
• 2026 meeting calendar approved, moving Feb 16, 2026 meeting (all in favor)
• Public‑engagement session postponed from January 2026
• Meeting adjourned (all in favor)

Urban County Executive Committee

The committee approved the allocation of $800,000 in CDBG funds for architectural and engineering services for the Eastern Washtenaw Community & Recreation Center. Members also reviewed and approved the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes, adopted the 2026 meeting calendar, and discussed updates to CDBG, HOME, and ESG grant agreements. Additional items included discussion of a new CDBG Allocation Tier framework and announcements of winter warming centers in Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor.

• $800,000 CDBG funding allocated to Eastern Washtenaw Community & Recreation Center
• Approval of 09-10-2025 meeting minutes (motion carried 8-0)
• Adoption of 2026 UCEC meeting calendar dates
• Updates on 2025 CDBG, HOME, and ESG grant agreements status
• Discussion of new CDBG Allocation Tier framework and policy amendments

The Urban County Executive Committee approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting and adopted the proposed amendments to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) policies and procedures for the FY2026 Action Plan. Both actions passed with nine affirmative votes and no negative votes. The meeting was then adjourned with no public comments received.

• Approved 11-12-2025 meeting minutes (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved CDBG policy & procedures amendments for FY2026 (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Motion to adjourn passed (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Requested newly elected officials submit designee forms by Jan 3 2026 (no vote recorded)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission approved several items, including the minutes from prior meetings, financial claims totaling $1,048,824.20, and the purchase of the Randall Trust conservation easement for $445,805.57. New business included authorizing a partnership contribution of $160,229 for the Schwark conservation easement, awarding Connecting Communities grants of $17,500 to Chelsea, $25,000 to Scio Township, $24,000 to Superior Township, and $400,000 to the commission for construction, and approving a $30,000 departmental scholarship program for 2026.

• EWCRC Construction Manager at Risk contract award (details attached)
• Randall Trust conservation easement purchase authorized for $445,805.57
• Schwark partnership contribution of $160,229 toward conservation easement
• Connecting Communities grants: $17,500 (Chelsea), $25,000 (Scio Township), $24,000 (Superior Township), $400,000 (WCPARC construction)
• Departmental scholarship program approved for $30,000 total in 2026

The commission approved routine items such as the November 12, 2025 minutes and the November 2025 financial and claims reports. It awarded the construction manager at‑risk contract to Clark Construction for the Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center and a $19,000 traffic‑study contract to Hubbell, Roth & Clark. The board also adopted the Round 25 NATAC priorities and the draft 2026 annual calendar.

• Approved minutes of Nov 12 2025 (all ayes)
• Approved November 2025 claims report of $1,164,360.38 (9‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved financial reports for November 2025 (all ayes)
• Approved award of RFP #8852 to Clark Construction for EWCRC Phase 1 pre‑construction ($52,585) and Phase 2 construction (estimated $955,054) (9‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved award of traffic‑study services to Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc. up to $19,000 (8‑0, 2 absent)
• Adopted Round 25 NATAC priorities (all ayes)
• Adopted 2026 annual calendar (all ayes)

WCCMH - Quality-Finance Committee

The Quality‑Finance Committee met on Dec 8, 2025 but lacked a quorum. No votes or approvals occurred; members received updates on rate setting, CCBHC direct payment, PIHP procurement, and the 3rd‑quarter dashboard. The meeting was adjourned by motion of H. Heaviland.

WCCMH Millage Advisory Committee

The Millage Advisory Committee will hear a progress update on the millage process and a financial budget update. New business includes a report on the Washtenaw Health Project Mental Health and Public Safety millage and a funding request that totals $456,885.14, with $228,442.57 to be covered by the millage. The meeting also sets topics for future discussion such as the Millage Investment Plan and the Washtenaw Coordinated Funding Partnership.

• Millage Process, Investments, and Progress Update
• Financial Budget Update (Attachment #2)
• Washtenaw Health Project Mental Health and Public Safety Millage Report (Attachment #3)
• Washtenaw Health Project Funding Request: total $456,885.14, millage portion $228,442.57 (Attachment #3)
• Future discussion items: Millage Investment Plan, Washtenaw Coordinated Funding Partnership Update, CHRT gaps analysis

The WCCMH Millage Advisory Committee voted to recommend approval of the Washtenaw Health Project Funding Request as presented. The motion was moved by M. Udow‑Phillips and seconded by H. Heaviland. The roll‑call vote recorded Y votes from Carlisle, Heaviland, Higman, Petty, Rooks, Somerville, Udow‑Phillips, and Waddles Jr., with N/A for absent members; the motion carried. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended approval of Washtenaw Health Project Funding Request (motion carried)
• Adjourned the WCCMH Millage Advisory Committee meeting (motion carried)

Commission on Aging

The Washtenaw County Commission on Aging will meet to discuss its 2025 Annual Report and member appointment recommendations for the Older Persons Millage Review Committee. The body will also hold discussions within its communications, future planning, townhall, and millage workgroup subcommittees.

• 2025 Annual Report discussion
• Older Persons Millage Review Committee (OPMRC) member appointment recommendations
• Subcommittee discussions on communications, future planning, townhalls, and millage

The Washtenaw County Commission on Aging approved the 2025 Annual Report with a unanimous vote. Members were selected for the Older Persons Millage Review Committee (Astrien, Thompson, Ballard) and McKinney offered to serve as a backup. Jennifer Green was added to the Communications subcommittee. The next meeting is set for January 9, 2026.

• Approved 2025 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Selected Bruce Astrien, Thompson, and Juliet Ballard as OPMRC members (appointment pending)
• Brenda McKinney volunteered as backup OPMRC member
• Added Jennifer Green to Communications subcommittee
• Bruce Astrien volunteered to lead Future Planning meetings
• Madyn Litten volunteered to lead Millage Workgroup meetings
• Set next meeting for Jan 9, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.
• Motion to adjourn passed (Reynolds motion, seconded by Larson)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a working session on December 4, 2025. A presentation will outline the process and steps needed to finish the Border to Border Trail. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Border to Border Trail – presentation on process and steps to complete the trail

The commission heard updates on the Border to Border Trail, noting it is 80% complete as of 2025. Staff reported that the funding gap for the remaining segments has been closed with contributions from SEMCOG, HWPI, Wilson, and state representatives. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a Brownfield Plan for 716 Sanborn Rd in Manchester and the allocation of funds for renter support. The meeting includes 14 separate resolutions to appoint members to various county boards and commissions.

• Adoption of the 716 Sanborn Rd Brownfield Plan in Manchester, projected to capture $635,000 in County Operating Revenue over 23 years
• Allocation of $155,000 in Priority Project Funds to Barrier Busters for renter support
• Acceptance of a $7,000 grant from the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation for Barrier Busters
• Transfer of Sheriff's Office human resources administration to the County Human Resources Department
• Appointments to 14 boards and commissions, including the Board of Health and Parks and Recreation Commission

The Board approved a series of appointments to county advisory bodies, each passing with a 9‑0 vote. It adopted the 716 Sanborn Rd Brownfield Plan (8‑1) and allocated $155,000 of priority project funds to Barrier Busters for renter support (9‑0). The Board also authorized a $7,000 grant for Barrier Busters, transferred the Sheriff’s Office human‑resources administration to the County HR Department (8‑0, 1 absent), and approved payment of claims through November 24 2025 (9‑0).

• Approved appointment to Washtenaw County Advisory Council on Reparations (9‑0)
• Approved appointment to Agricultural Lands and Preservation Advisory Committee (9‑0)
• Approved appointment to Washtenaw County Board of Health (9‑0)
• Adopted 716 Sanborn Rd Brownfield Plan (8‑1)
• Allocated $155,000 to Barrier Busters for renter support (9‑0)
• Authorized $7,000 grant for Barrier Busters (9‑0)
• Transferred Sheriff’s Office HR administration to County HR Department (8‑0, 1 absent)
• Authorized payment of claims through Nov 24 2025 (9‑0)

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The CARD/EGLE quarterly meeting will review EPA updates, including a proposal to list the Gelman plume as a Superfund site. Participants will discuss new monitoring plans, water testing results, and remediation studies for the western area and Allen Creek drain. Old business includes updates on 1,4‑dioxane migration in Scio wells and PFAS response in Scio Township. The meeting will also cover updates from county agencies, the Yale Superfund Research Program, and polluter‑pay bills.

• EPA proposal to add the Gelman plume to the Superfund National Priorities List
• New draft monitoring plans and surface water sampling results (2024)
• New GSI plan for the Western Area and Marshy Area feasibility study
• Update on Allen Creek drain MS4 violation and potential NPDES permit
• Review of 1,4‑dioxane migration in Scio homeowner wells

The board reviewed the October minutes, noted a minor name correction, and approved them. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting focused on updates and discussion of ongoing remediation issues.

• Approved October meeting minutes

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will convene to approve claims, review updates on lake improvement and materials management projects, and receive a director's report. The meeting will also include the introduction of a new member.

• Approval of claims $50,000.00 and under (Oct/Nov 2025)
• Lake Improvement Projects Update
• Materials Management Plan Update
• Introduction of new member Steve Szura
• Review of approved meeting minutes

The Board of Public Works approved the agenda and the minutes from the October 15 meeting. It also approved the meeting minutes for the WRRMA (7/21/25) and the Materials Management Planning Committee (10/8/25). Finally, the Board approved filing and receiving claims of $50,000 or less for October‑November 2025. All motions were carried.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved WRRMA meeting minutes from 7/21/25 (motion carried)
• Approved Materials Management Planning Committee minutes from 10/8/25 (motion carried)
• Approved filing of claims up to $50,000 for Oct‑Nov 2025 (motion carried)

Continuum of Care Board

The Continuum of Care Board will consider several actions, including approving the agenda and minutes, and adopting a pilot to compensate people with lived experience of homelessness. The key decision is the approval of the FY 2025‑2026 HUD CoC Notice of Funding Opportunity, which outlines the timeline, local competition, strategy, and ranking policy for upcoming federal homelessness funding.

• Approval of agenda (action)
• Approval of October meeting minutes (action)
• People With Lived Experience of Homelessness (PWLEH) Compensation Pilot (action)
• FY 2025‑2026 HUD CoC Notice of Funding Opportunity (action)
• Presentation of Family Homelessness System Planning Recommendations

The board approved the meeting agenda and the October minutes. It approved the People With Lived Experience of Homelessness (PWLEH) compensation pilot. A motion to amend the agenda to allow Friday feedback was approved, and the introduction of the Washtenaw County Resiliency Office was moved to December.

• Agenda approved
• October minutes approved
• PWLEH Compensation Pilot approved
• Motion to amend agenda for Friday feedback approved
• Introduction of Resiliency Office postponed to December

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners Working Session on November 19, 2025 will include discussion of the county sheriff’s budget and the quadrennial county budget. No decisions are listed; the items are presented as discussion topics. The session also includes standard reports and public participation.

• Sheriff budget discussion – Alyshia Dyer, Washtenaw County Sheriff
• Quadrennial budget discussion – Catherine Jones‑Alther, Deputy Finance Officer

The Board of Commissioners removed an agenda item from the session agenda. Afterwards, a motion to adjourn was made and carried by voice vote. No other actions were taken.

• Agenda item pulled from the agenda by Comm. LaBarre (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn carried by voice vote

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will adopt the 2026-2029 Quadrennial Budget. It will also adopt the 716 Sanborn Rd Brownfield Plan, which is projected to capture about $635,000 in county operating revenue over 23 years. Additional resolutions include the 2026 budget for the Convention and Visitors Bureau, a $128,000 allocation to Milan Seniors for Healthy Living, and approval of contract 57321 with Wayne State University. The meeting also contains routine items such as minutes approval, appointments, and public hearings on the budget and Brownfield plan.

• Adopt the 716 Sanborn Rd Brownfield Plan – projected $635,000 county revenue over 23 years
• Adopt the 2026-2029 Quadrennial Budget for Washtenaw County
• Approve the 2026 budget for the Washtenaw County Convention and Visitors Bureau (Destination Ann Arbor)
• Allocate $128,000 to Milan Seniors for Healthy Living under the Older Adults Millage Framework
• Approve contract 57321 with Wayne State University to evaluate case management services for the MAT program

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners approved the 2026‑2029 Quadrennial Budget and amended it to allocate $1.7 million to the sheriff's office. It also adopted the 716 Sanborn Rd Brownfield Plan, approved the 2026 budget for the Convention and Visitors Bureau, and authorized a $128,000 grant to Milan Seniors for Healthy Living. Additional actions included appointing a member to the Materials Management Planning Committee, approving a contract with Wayne State University for MAT program evaluation, and establishing the police services steering committee.

• Adopted 2026‑2029 Quadrennial Budget (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Amended budget to allocate $1.7 M to sheriff's office (8 YEAS, 1 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Approved 716 Sanborn Rd Brownfield Plan (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved 2026 Convention & Visitors Bureau budget (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Approved $128,000 grant to Milan Seniors for Healthy Living (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Appointed a member to the Materials Management Planning Committee (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Approved contract 57321 with Wayne State University for MAT program evaluation (7 YEAS, 2 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Re‑established police services steering committee as a special committee (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)

Environmental Council

The Environmental Council will consider the proposed 2026 meeting schedule and hear reports on the County Resiliency Office, Facilities Management sustainability initiatives, and presentations on the Salem Township landfill, county facilities environmental projects, and the Gelman Sciences dioxane plume. No formal decisions on budget requests or contracts are listed, but the agenda includes public comment and several staff and committee reports.

• Proposal: Adopt 2026 Environmental Council meeting dates (third or fourth Tuesdays)
• Presentation: Salem Township Landfill by Dave Drinan (The Conservancy Initiative)
• Presentation: Washtenaw County Facilities Management environmental initiatives by Jason Fee
• Presentation: Gelman Sciences dioxane contamination plume by Roger Rayle (CARD)
• Resiliency Office report on climate projects, grant updates, and toolkit development

Reparations Council

The Advisory Council on Reparations will hear brief public comments, respond to them, review the recent Underground Railroad tour, and discuss the REO Office strategy. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Underground Railroad Tour Debrief
• REO Office Strategy
• Public Participation (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Council Response to Public Participation
• Approval of the Meeting Minutes

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority is meeting to decide on eligible activity reimbursements and environmental grants. The board will also review updated policies for the Local Brownfield Redevelopment Facility (LBRF) program.

• Approval of $968,017.38 in eligible activities for 310 E. Huron (AC Hotel)
• Environmental assessment grant request of $26,700 for 350 S. Fifth
• Supplemental LBRF grant request of $122,493.58 for Main Street Park Alliance
• Updated LBRF policy proposing a maximum grant award increase to $1.25M
• Updated LBRF grant eligible activity table for 206-210 N. Washington (Avalon Housing)

Washtenaw County Food Policy Council (WFPC)

The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council will vote on a final resolution concerning the Eastern Washtenaw Recreation Center. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes, public comment, executive committee announcements, an ILOS presentation, and updates from policy action teams.

• Vote on final resolution for Eastern Washtenaw Rec Center
• Approval of September and October meeting minutes
• Executive Committee announcements for 2026 appointments and SNAP support
• ILO presentation
• Policy Action Team updates and round‑robin discussion

The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council voted to approve the September 10 and October 8, 2025 meeting minutes. The council also approved the November 12, 2025 meeting agenda. Both motions passed unanimously with a 10‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved September 10 & October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting agenda (10-0)

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will vote to approve its workplan and discuss special materials handling, including household hazardous waste, bulky items, films, foams, and textiles. The agenda also covers plans for drop‑off stations, a review of organics options, and upcoming public engagement. Public comment is limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Vote to approve Workplan
• Review of household hazardous waste and other special materials handling
• Discussion of films, foams, and textiles
• Planning for drop‑off stations (TBD)
• Organics Chapter: review of options

The Materials Management Planning Committee approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes, each by unanimous consent. The draft workplan was also approved unanimously. The committee agreed to review and comment on the organics chapter before the December 10 meeting and set a public‑engagement session for Thursday, January 22, 2026. The next regular meeting was scheduled for December 10, 2025.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved 10/8/2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved draft workplan (all in favor)
• Decided to review organics chapter and submit feedback before Dec 10 meeting
• Scheduled public engagement session for Jan 22, 2026, 6:30‑8:30 pm
• Set next meeting date for Dec 10, 2025

Parks & Recreation Commission

At the November 12 meeting the Parks and Recreation Commission approved several contracts and funding items, including a $2 million Transportation Alternative Program grant application with a $400 k local match for the Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center trails. It also authorized a lease for a Westside Operations Facility at 4111 Jackson Road, a $168,320 service contract for admin building repairs, and a $76,000 purchase order for a hydraulic analysis at Sharon Mills County Park.

• Approve TAP grant application for $2,000,000 and $400,000 local match for EWCRC trail improvements
• Authorize lease negotiations for Westside Operations Facility at 4111 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor
• Award $168,320 service contract (plus 15% contingency) to Laux Construction for admin building repairs
• Approve purchase order up to $76,000 (plus 10% contingency) with Stantec for Sharon Mills hydraulic analysis
• Approve $393,000 purchase of conservation easement on Roome Trust property in Augusta Township

The commission approved a $400,000 construction grant for its own projects and planning grants for the City of Chelsea, Scio Township, and Superior Township. It also authorized the purchase of a conservation easement for the Randall Trust property and a partnership contribution for the Schwark land. A $30,000 departmental scholarship program for day camps, programming, and memberships was adopted, and routine financial and meeting items were approved.

• Approved conservation easement purchase of Randall Trust property for $445,805.57 and $15,000 stewardship contribution (8 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent)
• Approved partnership with Webster Township for Schwark land, contributing $160,229 and $7,500 stewardship fund (7 ayes, 0 nays, 3 absent)
• Approved 2025 Connecting Communities grant funding: $400,000 to WCPARC for construction; $17,500 to City of Chelsea, $25,000 to Scio Township, $24,000 to Superior Township for planning (7 ayes, 0 nays, 3 absent)
• Approved departmental scholarship program $30,000 total for 2026 (7 ayes, 0 nays, 3 absent)
• Approved September and October claims totaling $1,048,824.20 (8 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent)
• Approved minutes of September 9 and October 22 meetings (all ayes)
• Approved filing of communications, projects & activities for September and October (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Urban County Executive Committee

The Urban County Executive Committee will vote on the proposed 2026 meeting calendar and review updates on HUD CDBG, HOME and ESG grant agreements, which remain unsigned due to federal delays. Staff also presented draft amendments to the county’s CDBG allocation policy for member feedback.

• Vote on UCEC 2026 meeting calendar (seven meetings, mix of virtual and in‑person)
• Update on FY 2025 CDBG, HOME and ESG grant agreements still pending HUD signature
• Public hearing on Draft 2024 CAPER report (no comments received)
• Presentation on Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and its possible link to PACE program
• Discussion of proposed amendments to CDBG allocation policy, including a new third tier

The Urban County Executive Committee approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting by an 8‑0 vote. Staff announced an $800,000 CDBG allocation for architectural and engineering services for the Eastern Washtenaw Community & Recreation Center on the former Cheney Elementary School site in Superior and Ypsilanti Townships. The committee also adopted the 2026 meeting calendar with seven scheduled sessions.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Allocated $800,000 CDBG funding for EWCRC architectural/engineering services (no vote recorded)
• Adopted 2026 UCEC meeting calendar: Mar 11 (Virtual), Apr 08 (In‑person), May 13 (In‑person), Jun 10 (Virtual), Sep 09 (In‑person), Nov 04 (Virtual), Dec 09 (Virtual)
• Motion to adjourn passed (no vote recorded)

Commission on Aging

The Washtenaw County Commission on Aging will review and recommend appointments for the Older Persons Millage Review Committee. It will also discuss recommendations for the 2026 Request for Proposals (RFP) process. Additional agenda items include a presentation on senior housing, subcommittee updates, and approval of the October 3, 2025 minutes.

• Approval of October 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation by SCIP, Housing Bureau for Seniors & Washtenaw Housing Alliance
• Subcommittee discussions on communications, future planning, townhall, and millage workgroup
• Older Persons Millage Review Committee member appointment recommendations
• 2026 RFP process recommendations

The commission approved the minutes from the October 3, 2025 meeting. It unanimously passed a motion to recommend that the Board of Commissioners develop separate request‑for‑proposal processes, with no dollar caps, for housing, nutrition, and transportation services funded by the Older Persons’ Millage Fund. The commission also adjourned the meeting by motion.

• Approved October 3, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Recommended separate senior RFPs for housing, nutrition, and transportation (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn passed

Board of Canvassers

The Washtenaw County Board of Canvassers will approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will officially canvass the results of the November 4, 2025 General Election. The board will also set dates for a January 2026 organizational meeting and a March 2026 certification of containers meeting.

• Approve minutes from the last meeting
• Canvass the November 4, 2025 General Election results
• Schedule January 2026 Organizational Meeting
• Schedule March 2026 certification of containers

The Board approved the agenda with an added review of the canvass process (4‑0). It adopted amended minutes from August 7, 2025, striking prior language and noting counsel’s recommendation (3‑1). A January 12, 2026 organizational meeting was scheduled (4‑0) and a motion to retabulate out‑of‑balance precinct ballots in Saline and Sharon Townships passed (4‑0). No action was taken on scheduling a March 2026 container certification.

• Approved agenda with canvass review addition (4‑0)
• Adopted amended August 7, 2025 minutes (3‑1)
• Scheduled Jan 12, 2026 organizational meeting (4‑0)
• Approved retabulation of out‑of‑balance precinct ballots (4‑0)
• No action on March 2026 container certification
• Recessed Nov 7 meeting to continue canvass certification
• Recessed Nov 12 meeting to complete retabulation of two precincts
• Agreed to sign updated official results on Nov 17

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will discuss the 2026 meeting calendar and funding for historical markers. The body is also considering a resolution to create a study committee for a potential Local Historic District at Woodlawn Cemetery.

• Resolution to establish study committee for potential Local Historic District at Woodlawn Cemetery
• Resolution to allocate HDC funding for historical markers
• 2026 Historic District Commission meeting calendar

The commission unanimously adopted the 2026 meeting calendar. It also unanimously approved a resolution allocating HDC funding for historical markers. A resolution to establish a study committee for a potential local historic district at Woodlawn Cemetery was adopted, with one commissioner abstaining. The treasurer’s report approving $2,650 was accepted.

• Adopted 2026 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to allocate HDC funding for historical markers (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to establish study committee for Woodlawn Cemetery historic district (passed, 1 abstention)
• Approved treasurer’s report authorizing $2,650 (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hold a working session to hear presentations on three topics: an Empowerment Plan coat demonstration by Director Lauren Knill, impacts of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program presented by Eileen Spring, and a HUD update presented by Trish Cortes and other officials. No formal decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion.

• Empowerment Plan coat demonstration presentation
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program impacts presentation
• HUD update presentation

Commissioner Hodge moved to adjourn, seconded by Commissioner Somerville, and the motion carried by voice vote. No substantive policy decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the session.

• Adjourned the working session (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including adopting the county's 2026‑2029 Quadrennial Budget. Other items include a public‑hearing resolution for the Brownfield Plan at 716 Sandborn Rd, a contract with Wayne State University (contract 57321) for MAT program evaluation, and allocations from the Older Adults Millage for senior services.

• Resolution to adopt the 2026‑2029 Quadrennial Budget (Special Order of Business)
• Resolution to set a public hearing on the Brownfield Plan for 716 Sandborn Rd, Manchester, MI
• Resolution approving the 2026 budget of the Washtenaw County Convention and Visitors Bureau ($9,787,262)
• Resolution amending the Older Adults Millage to allocate $128,000 to Milan Seniors for Healthy Living
• Resolution approving contract 57321 with Wayne State University to evaluate case‑management services for the MAT program

The Board approved the 2026‑2029 Quadrennial Budget and set a public hearing for it. It also approved a $128,000 allocation to Milan Seniors for Healthy Living and $200,000 for senior nutrition and crisis programs. Additional actions included approving a contract with Wayne State University, appointing a member to the Board of Public Works, and authorizing a public hearing on the Brownfield Plan for 716 Sandborn Rd.

• Adopted 2026‑2029 Quadrennial Budget (voice vote – motion carried)
• Approved $128,000 to Milan Seniors for Healthy Living via Older Adults Millage amendment (voice vote – motion carried)
• Allocated $100,000 to Local Food Bank and $100,000 to Senior Crisis Intervention Program from Older Persons Millage (8 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT – motion carried)
• Approved contract 57321 with Wayne State University to evaluate case management for MAT program (voice vote – motion carried)
• Set public hearing on 2026‑2029 Quadrennial Budget (8 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT – motion carried)
• Set public hearing on Brownfield Plan for 716 Sandborn Rd, Manchester (8 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT – motion carried)
• Appointed a member to the Board of Public Works (8 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT – motion carried)
• Authorized entry into Closed Session to review foreclosure litigation and union negotiations (8 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 1 ABSENT – motion carried)

Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee

The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee will hold an orientation covering introductions, background, and the committee's roles and responsibilities. Members will receive a summary of funded proposals and an introduction to draft bylaws. The meeting will also address the standing meeting schedule and any other items raised.

• Orientation with introductions and background on the settlement process
• Summary of funded proposals presented
• Introduction and discussion of draft bylaws
• Consideration of a regular standing meeting time
• Other miscellaneous items

The Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda with no opposition. Members agreed to establish a deadline for submitting feedback on the draft bylaws before the next meeting. They also decided to determine a standing meeting time using an email scheduling poll. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as written (no opposition)
• Set deadline for draft bylaws feedback before next meeting
• Scheduled standing meeting time via email poll

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive presentations on the Resilient Washtenaw initiative and Medicaid changes related to HR1. The meeting includes an update on the Community Health Improvement Plan and discussions regarding the federal/state budget and the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee.

• Presentation on Resilient Washtenaw by Beth Gibbons
• Discussion on Medicaid changes related to HR1 by Jeremy Lapedis
• Community Health Improvement Plan update from Susan Ringler-Cerniglia
• Old business regarding Federal/State Budget
• Old business regarding Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee

The board voted unanimously to approve the meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the September 26, 2025 meeting. Finally, the board unanimously adopted a motion to adjourn the meeting at 11:00 a.m.

• Approve agenda – unanimous approval
• Approve September 26, 2025 meeting minutes – unanimous approval
• Adjourn meeting – unanimous approval

WCCMH Board

The Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Board will review and approve minutes from various committees and the FY 2026 annual budget during its October 24 meeting.

• Approval of FY 2026 Annual Budget
• Approval of WCCMH FY26 Master Contract List
• Approval of WCCMH FY 2024 Compliance Examination
• Approval of WCCMH Financial Status Report (June 30, 2025)
• Approval of WCCMH Millage Financial Status Report (June 30, 2025)

The board accepted the consent agenda items, including several committee meeting minutes and financial status reports. It approved the FY 2024 compliance examination, the 2026 annual board/committee meeting schedule, and the 2026 annual board calendar. The annual strategic plan update was removed from the agenda for discussion at a later executive committee meeting.

• Approved Consent Agenda items A–K (motion carried)
• Approved Financial Status Report ending Aug 31, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Millage Financial Status Report ending Aug 31, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved FY 2024 Compliance Examination (motion carried)
• Approved WCCMH 2026 Annual Board/Committee Meeting Schedule (motion carried)
• Approved WCCMH 2026 Annual Board Calendar (motion carried)
• Removed Annual Strategic Plan Update from agenda (postponed)
• Noted Board terms expiring March 31, 2026 (discussion only)

Continuum of Care Board

The board is meeting to nominate a CoC Board Chair and a facilitator for the PWLEH Reimbursement Pilot Program. Members will discuss 2025 HUD CoC rankings, funding spenddown, and a catastrophic flooding emergency drill.

• CoC Board Chair nominations
• 2025 HUD CoC Ranking and Ranking Policy
• PWLEH Compensation Pilot
• Facilitator nomination for PWLEH Reimbursement Pilot Program
• 2025 County Emergency Preparedness Drill for catastrophic flooding

The Continuum of Care Board approved the meeting agenda and the September meeting minutes. The board also approved the presentation on potential HUD CoC funding cuts and its impact summary. No other actions were formally decided during the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Mogensen, seconded by Adelman)
• Approved September meeting minutes (motion by Mogensen, seconded by Lee)
• Approved HUD CoC Funding Cuts Impact Summary presentation (motion by Carlisle, seconded by Seipelt)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to consider a bid award for architecture and engineering services. This action item concerns the Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center.

• Bid award for Architecture & Engineering services for the Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center

The commission authorized a contract with Neumann/Smith Architects for Architecture and Engineering services for the Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center, totaling $2,017,620 (including a 10% contingency). The motion passed with eight ayes and two members absent. The department also noted securing $800,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding for the project. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved $2,017,620 contract with Neumann/Smith Architects for Architecture and Engineering services (8 ayes, 2 absent)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Community Action Board

The board will receive updates on the New Human Services Partnership and a report on housing and homelessness data. The meeting includes a guest presentation from United Way and a discussion on community needs.

• Housing and Homelessness Data Report and update
• New Human Services Partnership update
• United Way guest program presentation
• Board member composition matrix review
• Action item to set the December 17th meeting

CMH Provider

The Washtenaw County Community Mental Health body is meeting to discuss provider updates and training. The session focuses on administrative processes and credentialing.

• Medication Administration Training feedback
• Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) updates
• Universal Credentialing discussion

The meeting provided updates on litigation related to PIHP procurement, medication administration training guidance, the EVV soft launch for CLS and Respite, and universal credentialing documentation notices. No motions were voted on or decisions recorded.

Board of Public Works

The Board filed and received $50,000 in claims for September and October 2025. It approved debt‑retirement vouchers for the October 2025 WWRA Debt Fund. It also approved a resolution to amend the contract with Huron Lakes Weed Control, changing the per‑acre rate to $375 per half‑acre and raising the annual compensation to $75,000 from $50,000.

• Approved filing of $50,000 claims for Sept/Oct 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved October 2025 WWRA Debt Fund retirement vouchers (motion carried)
• Approved amendment to Huron Lakes Weed Control contract (motion carried)
• Changed contract rate to $375 per half‑acre and annual compensation to $75,000 (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hold a working session to discuss the Youth Assessment Center and review the recommended budget. The meeting will be held in-person and via Zoom on October 15, 2025.

• Youth Assessment Center discussion
• Recommended Budget review
• Public participation via Zoom and phone
• Remote participation options available

The Working Session was called to order at 5:31 PM and featured presentations on a youth assessment resource center and the General Fund budget. No formal approvals, denials, or tabled items were recorded. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which passed by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 7:55 PM.

• Adjourned (voice vote) – motion carried

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote on several resolutions, including adopting the exemption option for PA 152 of 2011 with negotiated premium sharing, establishing the Washtenaw County Space Plan Steering Committee and adopting its bylaws, and authorizing payment of claims through October 6, 2025. The agenda also includes reports on the Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center, contracts of $25,000 and under from September 23 to October 7, 2025, and a road‑commission service‑request summary for September 2025. An item for discussion is the 2026‑2029 quadrennial budget.

• Resolution adopting exemption option for PA 152 of 2011 with negotiated premium sharing (recommended approval)
• Resolution establishing Washtenaw County Space Plan Steering Committee and adopting bylaws (recommended approval)
• Resolution authorizing payment of claims through October 6, 2025 (recommended approval)
• Report on contracts $25,000 and under from September 23, 2025 through October 7, 2025
• Report from Washtenaw County Road Commission on September 2025 service requests

The Board approved several resolutions, including establishing the Washtenaw County Space Plan Steering Committee with adopted bylaws, appointing two new members to the County Board of Canvassers and an alternate to the Huron River Watershed Council, and adopting an exemption option for PA 152 of 2011. It also recognized the county’s WIC program with a national award and authorized payment of pending claims through October 6, 2025. All votes were unanimous with no dissent.

• Approved appointment of two members to the Washtenaw County Board of Canvassers (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Approved appointment of one alternate to the Huron River Watershed Council (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Adopted exemption option for PA 152 of 2011 with negotiated premium sharing (8 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT; 1 abstention)
• Established the Washtenaw County Space Plan Steering Committee and adopted its bylaws (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Amended the Space Plan Steering Committee bylaws by removing Section 2: Terms (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Recognized Washtenaw County WIC for receiving a national breastfeeding award of excellence (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)
• Authorized payment of claims through October 6, 2025 (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS, 0 ABSENT)

Environmental Council

The council received a letter from farmer Kathy Morrison regarding the closure of the Fremont Regional Digester in Newaygo County. The correspondence details EGLE findings of PFAS chemicals exceeding drinking water criteria in digestate used for land application.

• Report on 11 PFAS chemicals detected in Fremont Regional Digester samples
• EGLE recommendation for Generate Fremont Digester, LLC to cease land application of digestate
• Discussion of Michigan House Bills 4257 and 4265 regarding biogas industry testing
• Account detail history showing $785.00 in total debits for Special Events - Envr. Council

The Environmental Council moved and seconded a motion to approve the meeting agenda, which passed by unanimous acclamation. A motion to approve the September 2, 2025 minutes also passed unanimously. The council then adjourned the meeting by unanimous acclamation. No new business was introduced.

• Agenda approved (unanimous acclamation)
• September 2, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous acclamation)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous acclamation)
• No new business presented

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will vote on the Allen Edwin Homes MSHDA Housing TIF Brownfield Plan for 716 Sandborn Road in Manchester. The board will also discuss the City of Dexter DDA TIF policy, approve eligible activities for a project at 303 N. Fifth/Detroit, review the updated LBRF Brownfield Authority policy draft, and take action on the October 2025 financial report.

• Allen Edwin Homes 716 Sandborn Road, Manchester – MSHDA Housing TIF Brownfield Plan – Action
• City of Dexter DDA TIF Policy discussion with City Staff – Discussion
• 303 N. Fifth/Detroit – Approve Eligible Activities – Action
• LBRF Brownfield Authority Policy draft – Discussion
• October 2025 Financial Report – Action

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved $1,087,050.83 in eligible activities reimbursable by both state and local sources and an additional $896,530.56 in activities reimbursable only by local millages. It also approved the Brownfield Plan for 716 Sandborn Road in Manchester, the environmental assessment grant for 5860 Ford Road, and the October 2025 Financial Report with corrective transactions. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Brownfield Plan for 716 Sandborn Road, Manchester (unanimous)
• Approved $1,087,050.83 in state and local reimbursable eligible activities (unanimous)
• Approved $896,530.56 in locally reimbursable eligible activities (unanimous)
• Approved environmental assessment grant up to 50% of $27,850 for 5860 Ford Road (unanimous)
• Approved October 2025 Financial Report and corrective transactions (unanimous)
• Reordered agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Washtenaw County Food Policy Council (WFPC)

The Food Policy Council will review updates on the Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center and consider drafting a resolution for the County Board. Members will also share introductions, approve previous minutes, and provide public comments. The meeting includes a round‑robin for policy‑action‑team updates and open comments before adjournment.

• Review and discussion of Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center updates
• Drafting a resolution for the County Board regarding the recreation center
• Vote on approval of September meeting minutes
• Vote on approval of the current meeting agenda
• Round‑robin updates from Policy Action Teams

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the September 10 and September 18 meetings. It will review any new member feedback submitted via the input form. The committee will discuss food waste, including an overview, data, and issues for commercial and institutional sources, and consider next steps. A brief public comment period will follow.

• Approve agenda
• Approve September 10 and September 18 meeting minutes
• Review new member feedback from input form
• Food waste discussion – overview, data, commercial and institutional sectors
• Public comment (limited to two minutes per person)

The Materials Management Planning Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the minutes from the September 10 and September 18 meetings, each with all members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved 9/10/2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved 9/18/2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane will review the U.S. EPA's proposal to add the Gelman plume to the Superfund National Priorities List and receive updates on monitoring plans and local government actions regarding 1,4-dioxane.

• Approval of September minutes and election of officers
• EPA update on Superfund Site Designation for Gelman plume
• EGLE updates on monitoring plans and surface water sampling
• Review of 1,4-dioxane migration in Scio Homeowner Wells
• Discussion of Ann Arbor's Comprehensive Land Use Plan and dioxane

The CARD board approved the September meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The board also elected its officers unanimously: Roger Rayle as Chair, Mike Moran as Vice Chair, Vince Caruso as Treasurer, James D’Amour and Rita Loch‑Caruso as Members at Large. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved September meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Roger Rayle as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Moran as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Vince Caruso as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Elected James D’Amour as Member at Large (unanimous)
• Elected Rita Loch‑Caruso as Member at Large (unanimous)

WCCMH - Quality-Finance Committee

The Quality‑Finance Committee met on October 6, 2025 but did not have a quorum, so no formal actions could be taken. The minutes from the August 11 meeting and the August 31 financial status report were reviewed and recommended for board approval on October 24. Updates on rate setting, CCBHC direct payments, and PIHP procurement were provided. The meeting was adjourned at 3:06 pm.

WCCMH Millage Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the millage process, investments, and progress updates. Members will review a financial budget update and receive a presentation on the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) Bridge Team.

• Approval of August 11, 2025, meeting minutes
• Financial budget update for eight months ending August 31, 2025
• Presentation on WISD Bridge Team youth services
• Millage Dashboard update
• Review of Millage Process, Investments, and Progress

The committee did not have a quorum, so no substantive actions were taken. Items such as the millage dashboard update and financial budget update were presented, but no approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 4:12 pm.

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to discuss a presentation from AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services regarding the 2025 Unmet Needs Survey. The body will also hold discussions within its communications, future planning, townhall, and millage workgroup subcommittees.

• Presentation by AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services on 2025 Unmet Needs Survey
• Millage Workgroup discussion
• Townhall subcommittee discussion
• Future Planning subcommittee discussion
• Communications subcommittee discussion

The commission approved the September 5, 2025 minutes after a motion by Herzig and a second by Thompson. A new panelist, Janan Saba Landsiedel, joined the commission, replacing Deanna Smith. The next regular meeting was scheduled for November 7, 2025, and the meeting was adjourned after a motion by Thompson.

• Approved September 5, 2025 minutes (motion by Herzig, seconded by Thompson, passed)
• Confirmed new panelist Janan Saba Landsiedel replacing Deanna Smith
• Scheduled next meeting for November 7, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Thompson, seconded by McKinney, passed)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation on the budget request process from Deputy Finance Officer Catherine Jones-Alther. The discussion is part of the working session agenda and no specific decisions are noted. The item is listed under Discussion Items.

• Budget Request Process presentation by Deputy Finance Officer Catherine Jones-Alther

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners held a working session on Oct. 1, 2025 to discuss the upcoming budget process and received public input on various topics. No formal actions or approvals were taken during the meeting. Commissioners listed future discussion items such as the Youth Assessment Center, Eastside Rec Center, employee survey, and the Community Priority Fund. The session was adjourned by a voice vote.

• Adjourned session (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board will vote on several resolutions, including a change to the soil erosion and sediment control fee schedule and the creation of a 1.0 full‑time Soil Erosion Control Officer. Other items include adopting an exemption option for PA 152 of 2011, authorizing the County Administrator to sign a lease for the Washtenaw Area Transportation Study, and symbolic resolutions on family court awareness month and USDA food‑security survey opposition.

• Resolution modifying soil erosion and sediment control fee schedule and creating a 1.0 FTE Soil Erosion Control Officer
• Resolution adopting the exemption option for PA 152 of 2011 with negotiated premium sharing
• Resolution authorizing the County Administrator’s signature on the lease with the Washtenaw Area Transportation Study
• Resolution declaring November 2025 family court awareness month
• Resolution opposing the elimination of the Household Food Security Survey by the U.S. Department of Agriculture

The Board adopted several resolutions, including authorizing the County Administrator to sign the lease for the Washtenaw Area Transportation Study. It also approved a soil‑erosion fee schedule change and created a new Soil Erosion Control Officer position. Additional resolutions declared November 2025 as Family Court Awareness Month, opposed the USDA’s Household Food Security Survey elimination, and authorized payment of pending claims. All were approved by roll‑call vote of 9‑0‑0.

• Approved lease signature for Washtenaw Area Transportation Study (9 yeas, 0 nays, 0 absent)
• Approved modification of soil erosion fee schedule and creation of 1.0 FTE Soil Erosion Control Officer (9 yeas, 0 nays, 0 absent)
• Approved resolution declaring November 2025 Family Court Awareness Month (9 yeas, 0 nays, 0 absent)
• Approved resolution opposing USDA elimination of Household Food Security Survey (9 yeas, 0 nays, 0 absent)
• Approved resolution authorizing payment of claims through September 22, 2025 (9 yeas, 0 nays, 0 absent)
• Approved exemption option for PA 152 of 2011 with negotiated premium sharing (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved minutes of September 17 and 24, 2025 meetings (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved receipt of communications and $25,000‑under contracts report (voice vote, motion carried)

Board of Health

The Board will vote on two resolutions: a WIC Breastfeeding Recognition resolution and a Health Equity resolution. The meeting also includes presentations on the 2025‑2027 strategic plan, PH WINS survey results, respiratory season preparations, and updates on the opioid settlement and federal/state budget. Earlier items cover public comments, approval of agenda and minutes, and reports from the executive committee and community voices.

• Adopt WIC Breastfeeding Recognition Resolution (action item)
• Adopt Health Equity Resolution (action item)
• Presentation of 2025‑2027 WCHD Strategic Plan
• Review of PH WINS survey results for WCHD
• Respiratory Season Preparations briefing

The Washtenaw County Board of Health approved its agenda and the July 25, 2025 meeting minutes, both unanimously. It then adopted a resolution recognizing the county WIC program’s national breastfeeding award and a health equity resolution, each passing unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved WIC Breastfeeding Recognition Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Health Equity Resolution (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

WCCMH Executive Committee

The Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Executive Committee will discuss the proposed 2026 board and committee meeting schedule. It will also review the Executive Director evaluation process, including the timeline for surveys and a closed‑session evaluation. No decisions are recorded for this meeting; items are for discussion only.

• Proposed WCCMH 2026 Annual Board/Committee Meeting Schedule (Attachment #2)
• Executive Director Evaluation Process Discussion (Attachment #3)

Continuum of Care Board

The Continuum of Care Board is meeting to decide on a pilot program for people with lived experience of homelessness and a reimbursement pilot. The board will also consider a letter of support for the Hickory Way III project and update HUD rating and ranking policies.

• CoC PWLEH Focus Groups Pilot Program
• PWLEH Reimbursement Pilot Program Nomination
• Avalon LIHTC Letter of Support for Hickory Way III
• HUD CoC Rating/Ranking Policy
• CoC Board Chair Nominations

The board approved its agenda and the August and September supplemental meeting minutes. Andy LaBarre was approved as the new Co‑Chair. The board approved letters of support for Hickory Way III, SafeHouse and Ozone House, noting three abstentions. Two agenda items—Arbor One System‑Wide Response and the PWLEH Compensation Policy Taskforce—were moved to a future meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved August and September supplemental meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Andy LaBarre as new Co‑Chair (motion passed)
• Approved letters of support for Hickory Way III, SafeHouse, Ozone House (abstentions: Rutledge, Cooper, Montgomery)
• Moved Arbor One System‑Wide Response agenda item to future meeting (motion passed)
• Moved CoC PWLEH Compensation Policy Taskforce agenda item to future meeting (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:55 PM

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will conduct its regular opening items—pledge of allegiance, roll call, public participation, and commissioner follow‑up. The meeting’s only substantive agenda item is a closed‑session discussion of negotiation strategy. The session will be adjourned to the next meeting on October 1, 2025.

• Closed session to discuss negotiation strategy

The Board of Commissioners approved a motion to enter a Closed Session to review PA 152 and labor negotiation strategy, with a vote of 7 yeas, 0 nays and 2 members absent. Afterwards, a motion to adjourn the meeting was approved by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Enter Closed Session to review PA 152 and labor negotiation strategy – approved (7 yeas, 0 nays, 2 absent)
• Adjourn meeting – approved (voice vote)

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will convene a working session to discuss the draft of the recycling chapter. The meeting also includes a brief public comment period limited to two minutes per speaker. No decisions are recorded beyond the discussion of the draft.

• Working Session for Recycling Chapter Draft
• Public comment limited to two minutes per person

The Washtenaw County Materials Management Planning Committee met on September 18, 2025. Members approved the agenda with all members in favor. After a working session on recycling data, the committee adjourned the meeting by motion. No substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Agenda approved (all in favor)
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

Board of Public Works

The Washtenaw County Board of Public Works will meet to approve claims paid under $50,000 and debt retirement vouchers for September 2025. The agenda includes updates on Lake Improvement Projects and the WRRMA.

• Approval of claims paid $50,000.00 and under (July/August/YR)
• Debt Retirement Vouchers 2025 September- Multi Lakes
• Lake Improvement Projects Update
• WRRMA Update
• MMPC Update

The Board approved the agenda and the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved filing $50,000 and under claims for July/August 2025 and approved September 2025 debt retirement vouchers for the multi‑lake program. No public comments were received.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved WRRMA June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved filing of $50,000 and under claims for July/August 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved September 2025 debt retirement vouchers for multi‑lake program (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hear a Kids RX presentation from Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha. They will also discuss proposed modifications to employee benefits presented by CFO Tina Gavalier. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Kids RX presentation by Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha
• Discussion of employee benefit modifications presented by CFO Tina Gavalier

The Board held a working session to hear presentations on the RX Kids perinatal health program and on retiree pension and health benefits for County employees. Commissioners asked questions about costs, coverage options, and employee input, but no motions, votes, or approvals were recorded. The items were noted for future consideration.

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of resolutions, including changes to soil erosion fees, a lease for a transportation study property, and multiple health‑related budget items. The most significant item is the approval of a $151,575,367 operating budget for the County Community Mental Health program for fiscal year 2025‑2026. Other items include an ARPA interest earnings appropriation, a grant with Superior Township, and approvals of opioid settlement agreements.

• Resolution to modify soil erosion and sediment control fees and create a 1.0 FTE Soil Erosion Control Officer (salary $58,628.96‑$88,031.32)
• Resolution authorizing lease with Washtenaw Area Transportation Study for property at 200 N Main, Ann Arbor, term ends July 31, 2028
• Resolution approving the Community Mental Health operating budget of $151,575,367 for FY 2025‑2026
• Resolution appropriating $1,000,000 in ARPA interest earnings
• Resolution ratifying a grant agreement with Superior Township for $445,848.30

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners approved a $151,575,367 operating budget for Community Mental Health for FY 2025‑2026. It also appointed members to the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee and approved opioid litigation settlements with generic manufacturers and with Purdue Pharma. Additional actions included adopting a soil‑erosion fee schedule, authorizing a transportation study lease, appropriating $1,000,000 of ARPA interest earnings, and adopting the Broadway Park Redevelopment Brownfield Plan Amendment #1.

• Appointed Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee members (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Community Mental Health FY 2025‑2026 operating budget $151,575,367 (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved amendment to 2024/25 Community Mental Health budget (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Health Department comprehensive agreement (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Appropriated $1,000,000 ARPA interest earnings (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Adopted Broadway Park Redevelopment Brownfield Plan Amendment #1 (8 yeas, 1 nay)
• Approved opioid litigation settlement with generic manufacturers (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved opioid litigation settlement with Purdue Pharma and Sackler Family (9 yeas, 0 nays)

Reparations Council

The Advisory Council on Reparations will discuss updates from the Research Committee, plan an Underground Railroad tour, and organize working groups for research and community engagement. A key decision is the approval of the Scope of Work and Partnership Framework. The meeting also includes public participation and scheduling of future activities.

• Approval of Scope of Work and Partnership Framework (consensus)
• Research Committee update on memorandum of understanding
• Discussion of an Underground Railroad walking tour
• Formation of Research and Community Engagement working groups
• Public participation segment (up to 3 minutes per speaker)

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider a grant application for environmental due diligence at 1155 Old Manchester Rd. in Chelsea. The board will also elect a new Chair and discuss the LBRF Brownfield Policy and the 2023-2024 Biennial Brownfield Program Report.

• Action on Environmental Assessment Grant Application for 1155 Old Manchester Rd., Chelsea ($5,000 cost proposal)
• Action on Urban Crossroads Brownfield Plan
• Election of a new Board Chair
• Discussion of LBRF Brownfield Authority Policy
• Discussion of 2023-2024 Draft Biennial Brownfield Program Report

Washtenaw County Food Policy Council (WFPC)

The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council will hold a virtual meeting on September 10, 2025. Members will vote to approve the July meeting minutes and the agenda. The council will discuss the state budget and its implications for local food systems. Additional updates will be shared during a round‑robin segment.

• Opening and introductions
• Vote to approve July meeting minutes
• Vote to approve meeting agenda
• State budget and local food systems discussion
• Round‑robin updates from Policy Action Teams

The council voted 10-0 to approve the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes and also voted 10-0 to approve the September 10, 2025 meeting agenda. No other substantive policy decisions were made during the session.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved September 2025 meeting agenda (10-0)

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will discuss food waste reduction, residential composting, and food rescue. The body will also vote on a working session regarding the Recycling Chapter draft.

• Vote on working session for Recycling Chapter draft
• Discussion on food waste reduction with Make Food Not Waste
• Discussion on food rescue with Food Gatherers
• Review of residential reduction and composting

The Materials Management Planning Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 13 meeting. Members voted to hold a working session on the draft recycling chapter on September 18, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved working session for draft recycling chapter on Sep 18, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Urban County Executive Committee

The committee is conducting a public hearing to gather citizen input on the Draft 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The body is also discussing Brownfield Authority and potential amendments to Urban County Policy and Procedure.

• Public hearing on Draft 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
• Presentation on Brownfield Authority
• Discussion and possible adoption of Urban County Policy and Procedure Amendments

The Urban County Executive Committee approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes with a vote of 7‑0. No other actions were decided; staff will revisit the proposed CDBG policy amendments at the November meeting. The public hearing on the Draft 2024 CAPER received no comments. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission will vote on several contract awards, including a $672,825.12 preventative pavement maintenance contract (RFP 8828). It will also approve an audio‑visual equipment upgrade at Blackbird Lodge for $74,152 and a main pool mechanical room contract for $179,238 with a 20% contingency. Additional actions include donation agreements for Garrett’s Space, Brooks property, and a partnership with Legacy Land Conservancy involving $87,450.

• Preventative pavement maintenance contract award – $672,825.12 (RFP 8828)
• Audio‑visual equipment upgrade at Blackbird Lodge – $74,152
• Main pool mechanical room contract award – $179,238 with 20% contingency
• Barton‑Bandemer Tunnel contract amendment – $23,103.75
• Garrett’s Space 77‑acre donation agreement – conservation easement (no monetary amount)

The commission approved a $2,000,000 Transportation Alternative Program grant with a $400,000 local match for the Eastern Washtenaw Community and Recreation Center trail improvements. It also authorized the purchase of the Squiers Preserve for $218,000 and a $393,000 conservation easement for the Roome Trust property. Additional approvals included lease negotiations for a Westside Operations Facility, a $168,320 building repair contract, and a $76,000 hydraulic analysis at Sharon Mills County Park.

• Approved $2,000,000 TAP grant with $400,000 local match for EWCRC trails (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized purchase of Squiers Preserve property for $218,000 and $25,000 stewardship fund contribution (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized $393,000 conservation easement purchase for Roome Trust property (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved lease negotiations for Westside Operations Facility at 4111 Jackson Road (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved $168,320 service contract with Laux Construction for admin building repairs (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved purchase order up to $76,000 with Stantec for Sharon Mills hydraulic analysis (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized sole contract up to $100,000 with Ann Arbor Art Center for Natatorium art project (5 ayes, 3 nays)
• Approved August 2025 claims report totaling $1,366,231.50 (8 ayes, 0 nays)

Commission on Aging

The Washtenaw County Commission on Aging will approve the August 1, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners will hear a presentation from Huron Valley PACE and discuss subcommittee topics including communications, future planning, a townhall, and a millage workgroup. Reports will be given from the Board of Commissioners and the Chair, and the next meeting date will be set.

• Approval of August 1, 2025 minutes
• Presentation by Huron Valley PACE
• Subcommittee discussion on communications, future planning, townhall, and millage workgroup
• Report from the Board of Commissioners
• Setting next meeting for October 3, 2025

The commission voted to approve the August 1, 2025 minutes as presented. A motion to adjourn the meeting was passed. The next commission meeting was scheduled for October 3, 2025. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved August 1, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 3, 2025

Election Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. It voted 3‑0 to not hold early voting in November 2025 and to rescind the earlier resolution approving early‑voting site locations, hours, and inspector rates. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 28, 2025 meeting minutes (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Moved to not hold Early Voting for November 2025 – motion carried (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Rescinded resolution approving Early Voting site locations, hours, and inspector rates – motion carried (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:06 pm – motion carried (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)

Continuum of Care Board

The Continuum of Care Board held a virtual supplemental meeting to discuss rating‑policy specifics, funding utilization, and performance data. Members shared observations and identified priorities, but no motions were voted on, approved, denied, or tabled. The board noted next steps, including creating a feedback survey on rating policy and the future need to approve a new rating policy.

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will receive a Q2 budget update and a resource management briefing from Deputy Finance Director Catherine Jones-Alther. The session also includes standard reports from the County Administrator and the Commissioners Liaison. No formal decisions are listed; items are for discussion.

• Q2 Budget Update – presentation by Deputy Finance Director Catherine Jones-Alther
• Resource Management briefing – presentation by Deputy Finance Director Catherine Jones-Alther

The September 3, 2025 working session featured budget updates, discussions on sheriff contract leasing, municipal billing, and shortfalls in various county programs. No formal approvals, denials, or policy changes were recorded. The only action taken was a motion to adjourn, which passed by voice vote.

• Adjourned working session (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the Community Mental Health 2025/2026 operating budget of $151.5 million, allocating $1 million in American Rescue Plan interest earnings, and authorizing opioid litigation settlements with generic manufacturers and Purdue Pharma.

• Community Mental Health 2025/2026 operating budget: $151,575,367
• Opioid settlement with generic manufacturers: $255,211
• Opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma and Sackler Family: $1,633,353.86
• Allocation of $1,000,000 in ARPA interest earnings
• Eastern Washtenaw Community Recreation Center grant: $445,848.30

The board approved two opioid litigation settlements, one with generic manufacturers and another with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family. It also adopted the Broadway Park Redevelopment Brownfield Plan Amendment #1 and approved a $151.5 million budget for the County Community Mental Health program for 2025‑2026. Additionally, a resolution appointed members to the Historic District Commission.

• Approved resolution appointing members to the Historic District Commission (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved Community Mental Health 2025/2026 operating budget of $151,575,367 (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to the 2024/25 Community Mental Health budget (voice vote)
• Approved County Administrator’s signature on Health Department comprehensive agreement (voice vote)
• Appropriated $1,000,000 in ARPA interest earnings (voice vote)
• Ratified grant agreement with Superior Township for $445,848.30 (voice vote)
• Adopted Broadway Park Redevelopment Brownfield Plan Amendment #1 (voice vote)
• Approved opioid litigation settlements with generic manufacturers and with Purdue Pharma/Sackler Family (voice vote)

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane (CARD) and EGLE are meeting to review updates on the Gelman Plume's Superfund site designation. The body will discuss water sampling results, remediation plans for the Western Area and Allen Creek drain, and local government updates regarding 1,4-dioxane migration.

• US EPA update on Superfund Site Designation for the Gelman Plume
• EGLE report on surface water sampling, including 22 ppb at Slauson School and 2.2 ppb at West Park pond
• Review of a new Contingency Municipal Water Hook Up Plan and Marshy Area Feasibility Study
• Discussion on MS4 violation and illicit discharge into the Allen Creek drain
• Update on PFAS response and Dino Dr. in Scio Township

Retirement Commission

The Washtenaw County Employees’ Retirement Commission will hear the Retirement Administrator’s Report and consider a confidential disability retirement application for employee J. Schneider. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call, public participation, and agenda approval. No other agenda items are listed.

• Retirement Administrator’s Report
• Consideration of confidential disability retirement application for J. Schneider

Environmental Council

The Washtenaw County Environmental Council will hear a presentation on a Better Bottle Bill ballot initiative and a presentation on green energy tax credits, followed by council discussion of each. The council will also consider the Data Centers resolution from old business, review the finance/budget report and bylaws updates in the chair’s report, and finalize dates for upcoming meetings.

• Presentation: Better Bottle Bill Ballot Initiative – presenter Caleb Chavez, Michigan Environmental Council
• Presentation: Green Energy Tax Credits – presenter Katie Thomas, Congressional Progressive Caucus Center
• Resolution: Data Centers in Washtenaw County (old business)
• Chair’s Report – Finance/Budget Report
• Chair’s Report – Bylaws updates

The council unanimously approved the agenda, an amendment to the agenda, and the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. Members voted unanimously to move the October 28 meeting to October 14 and to adopt a resolution opposing data centers in Washtenaw County. Both actions were approved by voice vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous acclamation)
• Approved amendment to agenda (unanimous acclamation)
• Approved minutes of July 22, 2025 meeting (unanimous acclamation)
• Approved moving October meeting to October 14 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Data Center resolution (unanimous voice vote)

Election Commission

The Election Commission approved the May 29, 2025 meeting minutes, temporary precinct consolidations, and the November 4 ballot proofs. It also approved the proposed early‑voting site locations, hours of operation, and inspector pay rates, and scheduled a follow‑up meeting for September 4. The discussion on Ypsilanti Township’s decision not to hold early voting was tabled.

• Approved May 29, 2025 meeting minutes (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved temporary precinct consolidations (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Tabled discussion on Ypsilanti Township early‑voting decision (no vote recorded)
• Approved ballots for November 4, 2025 election (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved proposed early‑voting site locations, hours of operation, and inspector rates of pay (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)
• Approved scheduling a separate Election Commission meeting on September 4, 2025 at 3:45 pm (3 Yeas, 0 Nays)

Continuum of Care Board

The Continuum of Care Board is meeting to vote on a board member nomination and subcommittee matters. The session includes preparations for HUD funding competitions and an update on a new emergency shelter.

• Nomination of KJ Pedri for Lived Experience Representative
• FY 2025 HUD CoC Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and competition prep
• Update on East Side Family Emergency Shelter opening November 2025
• Discussion on federal transitions and implications

The Continuum of Care Board approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the July meeting minutes. The board approved the nomination of KJ Pedri as the lived‑experience representative. Finally, the board approved the creation of a CoC board subcommittee.

• Agenda approved
• July minutes approved
• KJ Pedri nominated as lived‑experience representative (approved)
• CoC board subcommittee approved

Criminal Justice Collaborative Council

The council will discuss the Mental Health and Public Safety Millage Ordinance and the impacts of the JIS transition. Members will also hold a discussion on community corrections.

• Review of Mental Health and Public Safety Millage Ordinance
• Discussion on JIS Transition Impacts led by Public Defender Delphia Simpson
• Discussion on Community Corrections

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider several actions, including increasing a consulting contract, reviewing legal fees, and forming sub‑committees for housing projects. The board will vote on a supplemental LBRF grant request to reimburse $315,529.98 and add $128,436.08 for the Federal Screw/Main St. Park Alliance project. Additional items include discussion of the Arbor South legal fees and introductions of the Emerald Glen East and 350 S. Fifth housing plans.

• Increase Jamieson Development Consulting contract to $25,000 (final cost approx. $24,000)
• Approve reimbursement of $315,529.98 and additional $128,436.08 LBRF grant for Federal Screw/Main St. Park Alliance
• Review $6,000 Arbor South legal fees and consider escrow for future fees
• Form sub‑committee to review Emerald Glen East MSHDA housing TIF plan (30 homes, $120,000 infrastructure reimbursement)
• Form sub‑committee to review Transformational Brownfield plan for 350 S. Fifth site (approx. 130 affordable units)

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will meet to review a draft chapter on recycling. The body will also hold an introduction and discussion regarding organics.

• Recycling Draft Chapter discussion
• Organics introduction and discussion

The Materials Management Planning Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the July 9, 2025 minutes. No substantive policy actions were adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 11:44 a.m. after a motion carried unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:44 a.m. (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider awarding contracts for mechanical room repairs at Rolling Hills, a change order for the Barton-Bandemer Tunnel, and preventative pavement maintenance at Independence Lake. The agenda also includes donation agreements and a project update.

• Rolling Hills – Main Pool Mechanical Room Contract Award
• Barton-Bandemer Tunnel Contract Change Order
• Preventative Pavement Maintenance Contract Award
• Independence Lake – Trails Repaving Contract Award
• NAPP – Garrett’s Space Donation Agreement

The commission approved the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes and filed communications for June‑July 2025. It unanimously approved several contract awards, including the Rolling Hills pool mechanical room upgrade, the Barton‑Bandemer Tunnel amendment, a Blackbird Lodge AV upgrade, a preventative pavement maintenance contract, and an Independence Lake trail repaving contract. The board also approved three land‑donation agreements for Garrett’s Space, the Brooks property, and a partnership with Legacy Land Conservancy for the Maier property.

• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Rolling Hills Main Pool Mechanical Room contract $179,238 with 20% contingency (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved B2B Barton‑Bandemer Tunnel contract amendment $23,103.75 (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Blackbird Lodge AV system purchase order $74,152 (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Garrett’s Space donation agreement with conservation easement (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Brooks property donation agreement with conservation easement (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Maier partnership agreement: $87,450 contribution to easement and $7,500 to stewardship fund (10 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Preventative Pavement Maintenance contract $672,825.12 with 10% contingency (10 ayes, 0 nays)

WCCMH Millage Advisory Committee

The Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Millage Advisory Committee will receive a financial budget update from N. Phelps. New business includes presentations on Avalon Housing and Ozone House, and a review of the 2024 Millage Impact Report. The committee will also hear a brief update on the millage process, investments, and progress, which currently has no new information.

• Financial Budget Update presented by N. Phelps (Attachment #2)
• Avalon Housing Presentation by M. Smith (Attachment #3)
• Ozone House Presentation by K. Rutledge and D. Zochowski (Attachment #4)
• 2024 Millage Impact Report Review by D. Fusion (CHRT)
• Millage Process, Investments, and Progress Update – no new update reported

Board of Canvassers

The Washtenaw County Board of Canvassers will meet on August 7, 2025. The board will adopt the agenda, approve May 8, 2025 minutes, elect a new Vice Chair, and consider several election‑administration items, including checklist material selection, procedures for late overseas and military ballots, possible process changes, and a training review of vote transmission to the EMS. The meeting will also include the canvass of the August 5, 2025 election results.

• Election of new Vice Chair to replace resigning member Marc Boone
• Selection of checklist materials for election processes
• Discussion of handling late overseas and military ballots
• Consideration of additional election process changes
• Training session reviewing vote transmission to the EMS

The board voted to restore Mary Hall‑Thiam as Chair and Ed Clarke as Vice Chair, passing the motion unanimously. The agenda was adopted with changes, the May 8 minutes were approved after amendment, and the board recessed, hand‑counted remaining ballots, and adjourned.

• Nominated Mary Hall‑Thiam as Chair and Ed Clarke as Vice Chair – carried (yeas: Clarke, Giuffre, Hall‑Thiam, Pettis)
• Adopted agenda with changes – carried (yeas: Clarke, Giuffre, Hall‑Thiam, Pettis)
• Approved May 8 minutes as amended – carried (yeas: Clarke, Giuffre, Hall‑Thiam, Pettis)
• Adopted Robert’s Rules of Order for small boards – failed (yeas: Clarke, Giuffre; nays: Hall‑Thiam, Pettis)
• Recessed until Aug 12, 2025 – carried (yeas: Clarke, Giuffre, Hall‑Thiam, Pettis)
• Hand‑counted MOVE, signature‑cured, and provisional ballots – carried (yeas: Giuffre, Hall‑Thiam, Pettis; absent: Clarke)
• Adjourned meeting – carried (yeas: Giuffre, Hall‑Thiam, Pettis; absent: Clarke)

Natural Areas Technical Advisory Committee

The Natural Areas Technical Advisory Committee will review the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, receive a progress report on properties under consideration (Rounds 1‑24), discuss a partnership recommendation for the Schwark Property, and get an update on the Davenport Property. The meeting is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on August 6, 2025 at the Parks Administration Building, 2230 Platt Road.

• Consideration of Minutes of July 7, 2025
• Public Comment period
• Progress Report on properties in consideration – Rounds 1‑24
• Schwark Property – Partnership Recommendation
• Davenport Property Update

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a working session to discuss how H.R 1: One Big Beautiful Bill Act affects Medicaid and general funding in Washtenaw County. Presentations will be provided by health and economic development officials.

• Discussion on Medicaid and general funding impacts from H.R 1: One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners moved to adjourn the August 6, 2025 working session. The motion was seconded and carried by voice vote. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Adjourned the working session (voice vote, motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several high-value budgets and grants, including funding for public defense and opioid remediation. The meeting includes public hearings on the Groves Farm Historic District and the PACE program.

• 2025-26 Indigent Public Defense budget of $15,769,288
• Award of $2,250,000 in Opioid Settlement funds for FY 2026-2028
• Allocation of $1,330,000 for 2025/2026 Winter Sheltering
• Public hearing on creating the Groves Farm Historic District Ordinance
• Grant of $501,000 for brownfield activities at Broadway Park

The Board approved a public hearing for the Broadway Park Brownfield Plan to be held on September 3. It appointed members to the Community Action Board, Substance Use Disorders Oversight Policy Board, Natural Areas Technical Advisory Committee, and the Public Safety Millage Advisory Committee. The Board also authorized the 2025‑26 Indigent Public Defense Budget and ratified a $3,003,303 Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan, passing the latter by a 7‑2 vote.

• Approved public hearing on Broadway Park Brownfield Plan (9-0)
• Appointed members to Community Action Board (9-0)
• Appointed members to Substance Use Disorders Oversight Policy Board (9-0)
• Appointed members to Natural Areas Technical Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Appointed members to Public Safety Millage Advisory Committee (9-0)
• Authorized 2025‑26 Indigent Public Defense Budget (9-0)
• Ratified Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan $3,003,303 (7-2)

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane meets to review updates from the US EPA regarding the Gelman site and EGLE's monitoring plans. The board will also discuss local government updates, including a geothermal application at Slauson School and the Slauson School surface water sampling results.

• US EPA update on Superfund Site Designation for Gelman Plume
• EGLE updates on monitoring plans and surface water sampling results
• Geothermal Application at Slauson School
• Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan Draft and 1,4-dioxane discussion
• Polluter Pay Bills update with MI legislature

The board unanimously approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. It also agreed to make a recruiting effort for new board members, with nominations due by September 4 and voting to be conducted via email before the October meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to recruit new board members
• Set nomination deadline for board positions: September 4
• Decided election voting will be conducted via email before October meeting

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will meet to review a presentation from Empower@Home. Members will also hold discussions within subcommittees focused on communications, future planning, townhalls, and a millage workgroup.

• Presentation from Empower@Home
• Millage Workgroup discussion
• Townhall subcommittee discussion
• Future Planning subcommittee discussion
• Communications subcommittee discussion

The Commission voted to approve the minutes from the June 6, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Larson and seconded by McKinney. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved June 6, 2025 minutes (motion by Larson, seconded by McKinney)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider the FY 2025‑2026 Health Department budget presented by the Finance Administrator. It will also discuss updates on opioid settlement funding and the department's strategic plan. New business includes a resolution honoring the dental clinic's 10‑year anniversary and planning for a Summer Health Day event on August 6.

• FY 2025‑2026 Health Department budget presentation – action item
• Opioid settlement funding discussion (old business)
• Health Department Strategic Plan update (old business)
• Dental Clinic 10‑Year Anniversary Resolution – action item
• Summer Health Day Event scheduled for August 6 – new business

The Board of Health unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 27, 2025. It then voted to recommend the FY2026 health department budget, totaling $21,227,028 before adjustments, to the Board of Commissioners for approval. A resolution honoring the 10‑year partnership of the county dental clinic was also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended FY2026 health department budget to Board of Commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved Dental Clinic 10‑Year Anniversary Resolution (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Environmental Council

The Environmental Council will receive staff updates, a finance/budget report, and a bylaws proposal. Old business includes discussion of proposed data centers. New business covers proposals to cancel the August 26 meeting and to hold the September 23 meeting in person or as a community listening session.

• Bylaws proposal in Chair’s report
• Discussion of proposed data centers in Washtenaw County
• Proposal to cancel the August 26 meeting
• Proposal to hold the September 23 meeting in person or as a community listening session
• Resiliency Office semi‑annual report presentation

The council unanimously adopted a motion urging the Board of Commissioners to take a stance of opposition against AI data centers and tasked the Policy and Recommendations Committee to draft a detailed resolution on the issue. They also approved all expenditures to date, moved the August 26 meeting to September 2, 2025, and authorized an in‑person September 23 meeting with a community listening session. Additional routine items such as agenda and minutes approvals were passed by unanimous acclamation.

• Advise Board of Commissioners to oppose AI data centers – unanimous acclamation
• Task Policy and Recommendations Committee to draft data‑center resolution – unanimous acclamation
• Approve expenditures to date – unanimous voice vote
• Move August 26 meeting to September 2, 2025 – unanimous acclamation
• Authorize Chair to hold in‑person September 23 meeting with community listening session – unanimous acclamation
• Approve agenda – unanimous acclamation
• Approve minutes of June 24, 2025 – unanimous acclamation
• Adjourn meeting – unanimous acclamation

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider payments of water‑resource claims and then vote on a series of 2025 special assessment resolutions. These resolutions include motions for WWRA operations and maintenance, WWRA debt retirement, and multiple lake improvement projects such as North Lake and Joslin Lake. The meeting also includes routine reports and public comment.

• Claims paid $50,000 and under (June/YR) – Attachment A
• Claims over $50,001 (June/YR) – Attachment A (WWRA request)
• WWRA operations and maintenance special assessment motion
• WWRA debt retirement special assessment motion
• North Lake Improvement Project special assessment motion

The Board approved the 2025 special assessments for multiple lake improvement projects, including North Lake, Joslin Lake, Pleasant Lake, and the Lower Huron River Chain of Lakes. It also approved the filing of July 2025 claims both under and over $50,000. All motions were carried.

• Approved filing of $50,000 and under claims for July 2025 – motion carried
• Approved filing of $50,000 and over claims for July 2025 – motion carried
• Approved 2025 Special Assessment for WWRA Operations and Maintenance – motion carried
• Approved 2025 Special Assessment for WWRA Debt Retirement – motion carried
• Approved 2025 Special Assessment for North Lake Improvement Project – motion carried
• Approved 2025 Special Assessment for Joslin Lake Improvement Project – motion carried
• Approved 2025 Special Assessment for Pleasant Lake Improvement Project – motion carried
• Approved 2025 Special Assessment for Lower Huron River Chain of Lakes Improvement Project – motion carried

Reparations Council

The Advisory Council on Reparations will hold its July 15 meeting to approve the prior meeting minutes, hear brief public comments, discuss the work of its research and community‑engagement committees, and receive a presentation from the University of Michigan Poverty Solutions team led by Amanda Nothaft, Data and Evaluation Manager.

• Approval of the June meeting minutes
• Public participation (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Committee Working Groups – Research and Community Engagement
• University of Michigan Poverty Solutions presentation by Amanda Nothaft
• Adjournment

Historic District Commission

The Historic District Commission will meet to decide on a funding request from the Salem Area Historical Society. The body will also discuss Woodlawn Cemetery and commission planning and funding.

• Funding request for Salem Area Historical Society
• Discussion regarding Woodlawn Cemetery
• HDC planning and funding discussion
• Staff reports on Groves Farm and Gordon Hall Rehabilitation Grant
• Update on Northfield Township MPDF CLG Grant

The Historic District Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. It also approved a $2,650 allocation for roof repairs at the Jarvis Stone School, as requested by the Salem Area Historical Society. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 8, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $2,650 roof repair funding for Jarvis Stone School (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Washtenaw County Food Policy Council (WFPC)

The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council will meet to approve previous minutes and the current agenda. The meeting features a presentation and discussion regarding the Washtenaw County Youth Council.

• Vote on May and June meeting minutes
• Vote on the meeting agenda
• Featured presentation by the Washtenaw County Youth Council
• Policy Action Team (PAT) updates

The council unanimously approved the May and June 2025 meeting minutes and the July 9, 2025 agenda. It decided not to apply for the Better Food Policy Council grant. The council voted to increase the budget to cover Health Department work and to hold meetings monthly instead of every other month.

• Approved May & June 2025 meeting minutes (13-0)
• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting agenda (13-0)
• Decided not to apply for Better Food Policy Council grant
• Approved budget increase for Health Department work and shift to monthly meetings

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will discuss recycling education, present an overview of the Municipal Solid Waste Characterization Model data, and review draft goals for the county's waste management plan. The meeting will also cover next steps for the plan and allow limited public comment. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Recycling Education
• Overview of Data: Municipal Solid Waste Characterization Model
• Review Draft Goals
• Next Steps
• Public Comment (limited to two minutes per person)

The Materials Management Planning Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the June 11, 2025 minutes. A motion to adjourn was moved, seconded and carried, ending the session. The next meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2025 at 10 a.m.

• Agenda approved (all in favor)
• June 11, 2025 minutes approved (all in favor)
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hear updates from the Youth Commission, the Continuum of Care Housing partners, and the Deputy Finance Officer on the first‑quarter budget. No formal actions are listed; the items are for informational discussion.

• Youth Commission update presented by Lori Roddy (Neutral Zone)
• Continuum of Care Housing update presented by Amanda Carlisle, Aaron Cooper, and Jennifer Hall
• Q1 budget update presented by Catherine Jones-Alther, Deputy Finance Officer

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners held a working session on July 2, 2025, hearing updates from the Youth Commission, housing partners, and a Q1 2025 budget briefing. After discussion, the board moved to adjourn the session. The motion to adjourn was approved by voice vote. No substantive policy decisions or votes were recorded.

• Adjourned working session (voice vote, motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss establishing the Office of Aging Services and allocating $2 million from the Older Persons Millage to senior centers. The meeting includes votes on budget adjustments, grant acceptances, and a bond pledge for a creek drain project.

• Allocation of $2,000,000 of Older Persons Millage Proceeds to qualified senior centers
• Bonds not to exceed $1,732,500 for the North Branch of Big Swan Creek Intercounty Drain
• Grant of $397,759 from Michigan State Police for the Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program
• Reduction of marriage license correction fee from $175 to $100
• Request for proposals for older persons transportation services not to exceed $1,000,000

The Board adopted a resolution (25-127) to set a public hearing on the Groves Farm Local Historic District Ordinance, passing unanimously 9‑0. It also approved a resolution (25-128) to set a public hearing to amend the PACE Program, also 9‑0. Additionally, the Board appointed members to the Public Safety Millage Advisory Committee, the Youth Commission, and the Social Services Board, each with a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved resolution 25-127 for public hearing on Groves Farm Historic District ordinance (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS)
• Approved resolution 25-128 for public hearing to amend the PACE Program (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS)
• Approved resolution 25-129 appointing members to the Public Safety Millage Advisory Committee (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS)
• Approved resolution 25-130 appointing members to the Youth Commission (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS)
• Approved resolution 25-131 appointing a member to the Social Services Board (9 YEAS, 0 NAYS)

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The CARD board will review the EPA's Superfund site designation update, including the end of the 60‑day public comment period and the proposal to add the Gelman plume to the National Priorities List. They will also hear EGLE updates on new draft monitoring plans and recent surface‑water testing results at Slauson School (22 ppb) and West Park pond (2.2 ppb). Additional agenda items include old business from Washtenaw County and township updates, as well as a chair's report on recent news and events.

• EPA Superfund update: 60‑day public comment period ended; proposal to add Gelman plume to NPL
• EGLE new draft monitoring plans and surface‑water sampling results (Slauson School 22 ppb, West Park pond 2.2 ppb)
• New GSI plan for the Western Area and contingency municipal water hook‑up plan
• Washtenaw County legal update and homeowner well sampling results from June
• Ann Arbor update on 1,4‑dioxane and Comprehensive Land Use Plan draft

The board voted to approve the draft June 2025 meeting minutes. The motion was made by Roger Rayle and passed with all members in favor and no opposition. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive a budget presentation for the 2025-2026 fiscal year from Finance Administrator Jennifer Brassow. The meeting includes discussions on opioid settlement funding and national vaccine policy.

• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Health Department Budget Presentation
• Opioid Settlement Funding
• Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment
• Health Department Strategic Plan
• National Vaccine Policy/Recommendations

The Board of Health approved the meeting agenda after a motion by S. Singletery and second by C. Pretto, with a unanimous vote. They also approved the minutes from the May 23, 2025 meeting after a motion by C. Pretto and second by S. Mulkey, again unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously following a motion by K. Scott and second by S. Atiyeh.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

WCCMH Board

The Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Board will discuss proposed Medicaid cuts and their potential impact. The board is also tasked with taking action on the Fiscal Year 2024 financial audit and various financial status reports.

• Proposed Medicaid Cuts and Potential Impact Analysis
• Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Audit by Rehmann
• Approval of 10 CMHPSM policies including Ability to Pay and Corporate Compliance
• WCCMH and Millage Financial Status Reports
• Review of Contracts and Leases recommended by Quality-Finance Committee

The WCCMH Board met on June 27, 2025 but did not have a quorum. All consent‑agenda items, reports, and new business were noted as pending and will be voted on at a future meeting. No decisions were approved, denied, or tabled during this session.

• All agenda items postponed due to lack of quorum

Environmental Council

The Washtenaw County Environmental Council will discuss the proposed data centers in the county, including a motion to empower the Chair to request information from responsible parties. Guest speakers will present on Royal Oak and Oakland County climate action plans and on the Huron Valley Area Labor Federation's Just Transition efforts. The council will also plan upcoming meetings and consider holding a community listening session.

• Discussion of proposed data centers in Washtenaw County (water use, economic benefits, tax incentives)
• Guest presentation on Royal Oak and Oakland County Climate Action Plans
• Guest presentation on Huron Valley Area Labor Federation Just Transition organizing
• Motion to empower the Chair to write a letter requesting information about the data centers (amended to include Los Alamos Lab inquiry)
• Discussion of upcoming meeting dates and possible community listening session

The council moved the Chair’s report to follow guest speakers, a motion that passed by unanimous acclamation. The minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous acclamation.

• Amended agenda to move Chair’s report after guest speakers (unanimous acclamation)
• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous acclamation)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous acclamation)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to review claims of $50,000 and under for June 2025. The agenda includes updates on lake improvement projects and a potential compost pilot.

• Claims $50,000.00 and Under (June 2025)
• Lake Improvement Projects Update
• Potential Compost pilot
• Dexter Township Single Hauler initiative

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. It approved filing and receiving claims of $50,000 and under for June 2025. The board also approved a new Board of Public Works member who will begin serving in September.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved filing of $50,000 and under claims for June 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved new Board of Public Works member (effective September)

Criminal Justice Collaborative Council

The Criminal Justice Collaborative Council reviewed the community‑corrections tether program, focusing on its $1 M annual cost, funding challenges, and possible fee or sliding‑scale options. Members examined cost drivers, vendor pricing, and review periods, and considered alternatives to reduce expenses. No formal actions were adopted during the meeting.

• Discussion of the program’s $1 M per year cost
• Consideration of sliding‑scale fees (e.g., $6/day sober link, $10 GPS, $12 Scram)
• Proposal of 90‑day (and 60‑90 day) review periods for individuals on tether
• Reference to a $300K budget projection for the current fiscal year
• Current vendor identified as offering the lowest cost with 24/7 monitoring

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will review its planning timeline and discuss best practices for commercial and institutional recycling. Members will consider next steps for the program. The meeting includes a brief public comment period.

• Review of Materials Management Planning Timeline
• Discussion of Commercial and Institutional Recycling best practices
• Consideration of next steps for recycling program
• Public comment (2‑minute limit per speaker)

The Materials Management Planning Committee approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Williams, seconded by Hwang, with all members in favor. The committee also approved the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes following a motion by Nicholson, seconded by Reeve, with unanimous support. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion by Nicholson, seconded by Ukena, also passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the N. Weidmayer and Beaty conservation easements. The body will also consider contributions for trail development and the Main Street Park Alliance partnership.

• N. Weidmayer Conservation Easement Sales Contract
• Beaty Conservation Easement Final Approval
• Esch Partnership Final Approval
• B2B Parks Fund Contribution to Trail Development & Maintenance
• Main Street Park Alliance Partnership Contribution

The commission approved a $6,400,000 commitment from the Parks fund to augment the Road and Trails Millage and continue planning the B2B trail, depositing $69,000 into the B2B Trail Special Revenue Fund. It also authorized the purchase of the Beaty conservation easement for $587,000 and a $15,000 stewardship fund, a $150,000 contribution to the Main Street Park Alliance, an emergency fund of up to $300,000 for Rolling Hills waterpark equipment, a $1,314,000 easement purchase for Weidmayer Farms, and a $250,000 partnership contribution for the Esch conservation easement with a $7,500 stewardship fund. All motions passed with 8 ayes, 0 nays, and 2 absences.

• Approved $6,400,000 B2B trail commitment (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Deposited $69,000 into B2B Trail Special Revenue Fund (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized $587,000 Beaty conservation easement purchase and $15,000 stewardship fund (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved $150,000 contribution to Main Street Park Alliance (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Created emergency fund up to $300,000 for Rolling Hills impeller sleeves (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized $1,314,000 Weidmayer Farms easement purchase (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized $250,000 partnership contribution to Esch easement and $7,500 stewardship fund (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adopted resolution of appreciation for Coy Vaughn (8 ayes, 0 nays)

WCCMH - Quality-Finance Committee

The committee will review the financial status report and discuss the CARES Clinic Model. The meeting also includes a regional finance update regarding CCBHC and rate setting.

• Approval of Quality-Finance Committee meeting minutes from 4/8/25
• Review of Financial Status Report
• Discussion of CARES Clinic Model
• CCBHC Finance Update and Rate Setting discussion

The Quality‑Finance Committee approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting. It also approved the WCCMH financial status report for the period ending April 30, 2025. No contracts, leases, or executive authorizations were acted on. The meeting was adjourned at 3:30 pm.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (yes: 4, absent: 2)
• Approved financial status report for period ending April 30, 2025 (yes: 4, absent: 2)
• No contracts or leases approved (none presented)
• No executive director authorizations approved (none presented)

WCCMH Millage Advisory Committee

The Millage Advisory Committee will review updates on the millage process, investment progress, and the financial budget for the community mental health millage, including income statements for 2023‑2024. It will hear presentations on the Garrett’s Space program and the Washtenaw ISD Bridge Team. No formal decisions are listed; items are for discussion and future consideration.

• Millage Process, Investments, and Progress Update (L. Gentz/T. Cortes)
• Millage Dashboard presentation (M. Tasker)
• Financial Budget Update – CMH Millage Fund Income Statement 2023 & 2024 (N. Phelps)
• Garrett’s Space Presentation (S. Halpert/D. Garcia)
• WISD Bridge Team Presentation (D. Green)

The WCCMH Millage Advisory Committee reviewed and approved the minutes and actions from the April 14, 2025 meeting. The motion passed with seven members voting yes and the remaining members absent. The committee received updates and presentations on the millage dashboard, budget, Garrett’s Space, and the WISD Bridge Team, but no further actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes and actions (7 yes, 0 no, 5 absent)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Commission on Aging

The Washtenaw County Commission on Aging will consider public input on an assisted‑living guide and hear a presentation from Catholic Charities of Washtenaw County. Members will discuss the Older Persons Millage, noting its first reading and a second reading scheduled for July 2. Subcommittees will share updates on senior‑center listings and potential support for new centers.

• Public participation: Justine Bykowski raises need for an assisted‑living guide; commission seeks feedback.
• Presentation by Catholic Charities of Washtenaw County on programs and funding sources.
• Discussion of the Older Persons Millage; first reading completed, second reading set for July 2.
• Millage Workgroup shares list of recognized senior centers and considers support for new senior centers.
• Approval of minutes from the May 2, 2025 meeting.

The Commission approved the May 2, 2025 minutes after a motion by Reynolds and a second by Herzig. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by McKinney and a second by Larson. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the agenda consisted of discussion and informational updates.

• Approved May 2, 2025 minutes (motion by Reynolds, seconded by Herzig)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by McKinney, seconded by Larson)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hold a working session on June 4, 2025. Commissioners will discuss the Continuum of Care Winter Sheltering proposal presented by Dan Kelly of the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County, Shonagh Taruza of Alpha House, and Rhonda Weathers of SOS Community Services. They will also discuss the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office budget with Sheriff Alyshia Dyer.

• Continuum of Care Winter Sheltering proposal (presented by Shelter Association of Washtenaw County, Alpha House, SOS Community Services)
• Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office budget discussion (with Sheriff Alyshia Dyer)

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners held a working session on June 4, 2025 at the Manchester City Offices. Commissioners discussed a Continuum of Care winter shelter proposal and the Sheriff’s Office budget, but no motions were voted on for those items. The session was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was approved by voice vote.

• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)
• No other actions approved

Board of Commissioners

The Board will adopt several resolutions, including establishing an Office of Aging Services and allocating $1.8 million of Older Persons Millage to senior centers. It will also approve a $2.5 million state grant with a $250,000 county match to remove the Beyer Dam. Additional actions include reclassifying legal assistant positions, ratifying multiple grant awards, and approving the 2025‑2026 Urban County Action Plan with $3.69 million in federal funding.

• Resolution allocating $1,800,000 of Older Persons Millage proceeds to qualified senior centers
• Resolution accepting a $2,500,000 state grant and $250,000 county match for Beyer Dam removal
• Resolution reclassifying 20 Legal Assistant positions, with a four‑year General Fund impact of approximately $133,605
• Resolution ratifying a $9,076 state grant for gun lock vending machines and safe‑storage initiatives
• Resolution approving the 2025‑2026 Urban County Action Plan with $3,694,438 in federal funding

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions appointing members to the Materials Management Planning Committee and the Board of Public Works, each passing with a 9‑0 vote. The board also approved several consent‑agenda items by voice vote. Three separate amendment motions were rejected, with vote tallies of 4‑5, 3‑6 and 2‑7.

• Approved resolution appointing member to Materials Management Planning Committee (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved resolution appointing member to Board of Public Works (9 yeas, 0 nays)
• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, communications, reports, contracts) by voice vote
• Failed amendment to change "Municipally approved" to "County Approved" (4 yeas, 5 nays)
• Failed amendment to Section III language (3 yeas, 6 nays)
• Failed amendment to remove senior nutrition program from Section III (2 yeas, 7 nays)

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane (CARD) and EGLE will review updates on the Superfund Site Designation for the Gelman Plume. The body will discuss water sampling results, remediation plans for the Western Area and Allen Creek drain, and local government updates.

• US EPA update on the National Priorities List (NPL) 60-day public comment period
• EGLE reporting of Slauson School sampling at 22 ppb and West Park pond at 2.2 ppb
• Review of new GSI plan for the Western Area and Marshy Area Feasibility Study
• Discussion of MS4 violation and illicit discharge into the Allen Creek drain
• Update on Wash Co Health Dept and EGLE homeowner well sampling

The CARD Board unanimously approved the May 2025 meeting minutes. The board also decided not to cancel the scheduled July 1, 2025 meeting, opting to keep it on the agenda. Both actions were recorded during the June 3, 2025 Zoom meeting.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided not to cancel July 1, 2025 meeting (kept scheduled)

Election Commission

The Washtenaw County Election Commission will meet to approve ballots for the August 5, 2025 Special Election. The body will also consider the approval of temporary precinct consolidations within Ann Arbor City.

• Approval of ballots for August 5, 2025 Special Election
• Temporary precinct consolidations for Ann Arbor City (including 1-1 & 4-31, 1-5 & 1-6, 2-13 & 2-19, 3-27 & 3-30, 4-34 & 4-38, 4-37 & 5-48, and 5-50 & 5-52)

The Washtenaw County Election Commission approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting. It also approved temporary precinct consolidations for several Ann Arbor City precincts. Finally, the commission approved the ballots for the August 5, 2025 special election. The meeting was adjourned at 9:26 am.

• Approved February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (2 Yeas, 0 Nays, 1 Absent)
• Approved temporary precinct consolidations for listed Ann Arbor City precincts (2 Yeas, 0 Nays, 1 Absent)
• Approved ballots for August 5, 2025 special election (2 Yeas, 0 Nays, 1 Absent)

Continuum of Care Board

The Continuum of Care Board will vote on a resolution to coordinate funding among local partners. It will also approve the agenda, the April meeting minutes, and a FY25‑26 Michigan State Housing Development Authority Emergency Solutions Grant exhibit. Updates on HUD Continuum of Care planning grant usage and FY24 HUD grant status will be presented for discussion.

• Approval of Agenda (action)
• Approval of the April Minutes (action)
• FY25‑26 MSHDA ESG Exhibit 1 presentation
• Executive Committee Resolution: Coordination of Funding
• FY 23 HUD CoC Planning Grant: Use of Funds and Current Balance

The Continuum of Care Board approved the meeting agenda. The board also approved the April meeting minutes. In addition, the FY25‑26 Michigan State Housing Development Authority Emergency Solutions Grant Exhibit 1 was approved.

• Approved agenda (motion by LaBarre, seconded by Lee)
• Approved April minutes (motion not detailed)
• Approved FY25‑26 MSHDA ESG Exhibit 1 (motion by LaBarre, seconded by Kraut)

Environmental Council

The Environmental Council will hear a presentation on data center impacts and then discuss the proposed data centers in the county. Staff will provide a Resiliency Office report covering emissions inventory updates, solar installations, and partnership activities. The meeting also includes a public comment period and routine agenda approvals.

• Presentation by Michelle Martinez and Gina Hsu on data center and community impacts
• Council discussion of proposed data centers in Washtenaw County
• Resiliency Office report by Beth Gibbons covering emissions inventory, solar projects, and partnerships
• Public comment/citizen participation (up to 4 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of agenda, minutes, and routine procedural items

The council unanimously approved amendments to the meeting chair, the agenda, and the March 25 minutes. It also approved an amended motion empowering the chair to formally request information about proposed data center projects. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous acclamation.

• Approved amendment to meeting chair (unanimous acclamation)
• Approved agenda (unanimous acclamation)
• Approved minutes of March 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous acclamation)
• Approved amendment to motion empowering chair to request data center information (unanimous acclamation)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous acclamation)

Board of Health

The Washtenaw County Board of Health will approve the agenda and the March 28 meeting minutes. It will hear a briefing on water regulation and contamination in the county. The board will discuss federal funding updates, a Michigan Health Endowment Fund grant, hybrid vaccine waivers, and a recognition resolution.

• Approval of agenda (action)
• Approval of 3/28/25 meeting minutes (action)
• Water Regulation and Contamination briefing
• Michigan Health Endowment Fund Grant discussion
• Hybrid Vaccine Waivers discussion

The Board of Health approved the meeting agenda and the March 28, 2025 minutes, both unanimously. It adopted a resolution recognizing Jenni Conn for the Michigan Environmental Health Association Distinguished Service Award, also unanimously. The board reported receiving a $200,000 Michigan Health Endowment Fund grant and a $2.5 million state grant for the Beyer Dam, and discussed water‑quality monitoring and a new hybrid vaccine‑waiver model.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing Jenni Conn (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to review claims totaling $50,000 or less for April and May 2025. The body will also consider a revised meeting calendar and receive updates on lake improvement projects.

• Claims $50,000.00 and Under (April/May 2025)
• Revised Proposed Board of Public Works Meeting Calendar
• Lake Improvement Projects Update
• WWRMA Update
• MMPC Update

The Board of Public Works approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 19, 2025 session. The board also approved the Water Resources Regional Management Authority meeting minutes from February 24, 2025. All motions carried.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Feb 24, 2025 WRRMA meeting minutes (motion carried)

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will review member feedback and baseline recycling data. It will discuss residential drop‑off recycling and multi‑family recycling best practices. The meeting will outline next steps for the county's recycling initiatives and include a brief public comment period.

• Review of member feedback from input form
• Baseline general recycling information
• Residential recycling: drop‑off and residential
• Multi‑family recycling best practices and discussion
• Next steps for recycling programs

The committee elected James Nicholson as temporary chair for the meeting. The agenda and the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes were both approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 11:33 a.m. after a motion to adjourn passed.

• Elected James Nicholson as temporary chair (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 4/9/2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:33 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a working session to discuss a millage proposal for older adults. The meeting also includes a presentation from the United Way of Southeastern Michigan.

• Discussion of Board of Commissioners Older Adults Millage Proposal
• Presentation by Dr. Darienne Hudson, Executive Director of United Way of Southeastern Michigan

The May 21, 2025 Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners working session did not record any substantive approvals, denials, or policy decisions. Commissioners discussed United Way partnership ideas and an Older Adults Millage proposal, but no votes or formal actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned by a voice vote.

• Adjourned session (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on setting the 2025 tax rate. The meeting includes reviews of 2024 financial audits and proposals for dam removal and staff reclassifications.

• Resolution to set the 2025 Washtenaw County Millage Rate at 7.3157 mills
• Grant award of $2,500,000 from EGLE for Beyer Dam removal with a $250,000 county match
• Reclassification of 20 Legal Assistant positions with an estimated four-year General Fund impact of $133,605
• Presentation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the year ended December 31, 2024
• Resolution opposing toll lanes on highways through Washtenaw County regarding the I-94 CAV corridor project

The board approved multiple resolutions, including setting the 2025 millage rate at 7.3157, accepting a grant for the Beyer Dam and approving a county match, reclassifying legal assistant positions, and hiring Meghan Bonfiglio as Director of Parks and Recreation. Additional approvals covered support for USDA small and minority‑owned farms, joining the WHO/AARP Age‑Friendly Communities network, expressing concern about the I‑94 connected‑vehicle toll lane project, and proclaiming May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. All votes were unanimous (9‑0) except the adjournment vote, which passed 5‑4.

• Set 2025 millage rate at 7.3157 (9-0)
• Accept grant for Beyer Dam and approve county match (voice vote)
• Reclassify Legal Assistant positions in Public Defender and Prosecutor's Office (voice vote)
• Hire Meghan Bonfiglio as Director of Parks and Recreation (9-0)
• Approve resolution supporting USDA small and minority‑owned farms (9-0)
• Authorize county application to WHO/AARP Age‑Friendly Communities network (9-0)
• Express concern about I‑94 CAV toll lane project (9-0)
• Proclaim May as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (9-0)

Washtenaw County Food Policy Council (WFPC)

The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council will discuss senior millage proposals for Meals on Wheels, Jewish Family Services, and Food Gatherers. The meeting includes votes to approve previous meeting minutes and the agenda, a budget increase request, and updates from Policy Action Teams. Public comment and open comment periods are scheduled.

• Vote to approve previous meeting minutes (January–April)
• Vote to approve meeting agenda
• Budget increase request (EC Announcements)
• Featured presentation and discussion of senior millage for Meals on Wheels, Jewish Family Services, and Food Gatherers
• Policy Action Team updates (Round Robin)

The Food Policy Council voted to approve the January, February, March, and April 2025 meeting minutes with a 13‑yes, 0‑no vote. It also approved the May 14, 2025 meeting agenda by the same 13‑yes, 0‑no vote. No other substantive actions were decided; budget increase requests and senior‑millage proposals remain pending.

• Approved January–April 2025 meeting minutes (13‑yes, 0‑no)
• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting agenda (13‑yes, 0‑no)

Urban County Executive Committee

The Washtenaw Urban County Executive Committee approved the FY 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan, incorporating public‑comment input gathered earlier in April. The meeting also reviewed and approved the April 9, 2025 minutes, provided updates on Community Development Block Grant projects, and presented homelessness/Continuum of Care data. Officials were reminded to submit FY 2025‑26 designee forms by June 20.

• Adoption of the FY 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan (action item)
• Review and approval of the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• CDBG project updates: Superior Township MacArthur Blvd pathway completed; Ypsilanti Recreation Accessible Pathways construction underway; Apple Ridge Park pedestrian path underway; Fireman’s Park parking lot paving design/engineering; Prospect Park ADA sidewalk design/engineering
• Presentation of homelessness and Continuum of Care statistics
• Request for FY 2025‑26 UCEC designee forms to be submitted by June 20

The Urban County Executive Committee approved the 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan as presented, with all members indicating support. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting by an 8‑0 vote. Members were asked to submit FY 2025‑26 designee forms by June 20, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan (unanimous support)
• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (8‑0)
• Requested FY 2025‑26 UCEC designee forms be submitted by June 20
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission will consider several contract and development awards, including the Natatorium renovation bid and a retaining wall contract. It will also review the final approval for the NAPP – Zellner project and discuss the Staebler North Side development award. Director’s comments will update the Ellis Property acquisition cost, now just over $195,000.

• Meri Lou Murray Natatorium Renovation Bid Award (Old Business B)
• NAPP – Zellner Final Approval (Old Business C)
• Staebler North Side Development Award (New Business B)
• Contract Award – Burns-Stokes Preserve Retaining Wall (New Business C)
• Ellis Property acquisition cost reported as just over $195,000 (Director’s Comments)

The commission approved the April 8 minutes and financial reports for April. It awarded a $3,379,000 contract (plus 20% contingency) to Spence Brothers for the Meri Lou Murray Natatorium renovation, a $196,288 amendment to JFR Architects, a $112,000 purchase of the Zellner property, a $164,020 contract (plus 10% contingency) to Johnson Hill Land Ethics Studio for the Staebler North Side Development, and a $30,174.14 contract (plus 10% contingency) to Local Life Landscaping for the Burns Stokes Preserve retaining wall. All motions passed with 8 ayes, 0 nays, and 2 absences.

• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 claims report of $543,163.11 (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved April 2025 revenue and fund balance reports (unanimous)
• Awarded $3,379,000 natatorium renovation contract to Spence Brothers with 20% ($675,800) contingency (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Authorized $196,288 contract amendment to JFR Architects for construction documents (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved purchase of Zellner property for $112,000 and $6,500 contribution to Special Revenue Fund (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Awarded $164,020 contract to Johnson Hill Land Ethics Studio with 10% ($16,402) contingency for Staebler North Side Development (8 ayes, 0 nays)
• Awarded $30,174.14 contract to Local Life Landscaping with 10% ($3,017) contingency for Burns Stokes Preserve retaining wall (8 ayes, 0 nays)

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved a contract with Jamieson Development Consulting for up to $15,000 of program support in May/June. It also approved the fourth and final eligible‑activity submittal for the 1140 Broadway project, bringing total allowable reimbursement to $10,898,443. The board gave conditional approval to a Brownfield Plan amendment for Broadway Park, noting a $20 million state earmark and a potential $500,000 EGLE grant. Additional actions included approval of a Phase II environmental‑assessment grant for 206 N. Grove and reimbursement for eligible activities at Dorsey Estates.

• Jamieson Development Consulting contract – not‑to‑exceed $15,000
• 1140 Broadway final eligible‑activity request – $513,528.19, total reimbursement cap $10,898,443
• Broadway Park Brownfield Plan amendment – $20 M state earmark, possible $500,000 EGLE grant
• 206 N. Grove Phase II environmental‑assessment grant – approved
• Dorsey Estates eligible‑activity approval and reimbursement to IFF

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will approve the minutes from a November 2024 meeting and officially count the votes from the May 6, 2025 special election.

• Approval of November 7, 2024 minutes
• Canvass of May 6, 2025 Special Election results
• Public participation period

The Board elected Ed Clarke as Chair and Mary Hall‑Thiam as Vice Chair. It approved the minutes from the November 7 2024 meeting. The Board certified the May 6 2025 special election results and signed certificates for new Scio Township ballot containers. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Elected Ed Clarke as Chair (motion passed)
• Elected Mary Hall‑Thiam as Vice Chair (motion passed)
• Approved November 7 2024 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Certified May 6 2025 special election results (Board signed canvass documents)
• Inspected and certified new Scio Township ballot containers (certificates signed)
• Agreed to return to Clerk’s office on May 15 if updated results are needed
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Board of Commissioners will review the 2024 Preliminary Year End Report. The session also includes a discussion on millage recommendations for older adults.

• 2024 Preliminary Year End Report
• Older Adults Millage Recommendations

The commissioners voted to adjourn the working session. The motion was made by Comm. Scott, seconded by Comm. Hodge, and passed by voice vote. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded in the minutes.

• Adjourned the working session (motion by Comm. Scott, seconded by Comm. Hodge, voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will vote to set the 2025 millage rate at 7.3157 mills. It will also approve a $50,000 grant for the Financial Empowerment Center and a $1,000,000 Legislative Enhancement Grant for emergency shelter services. Additional resolutions allocate up to $500,000 to a local food bank and up to $100,000 to the Senior Crisis Intervention Program. Several honorary and recognition resolutions will be adopted as well.

• Resolution setting the 2025 Washtenaw County millage rate at 7.3157 mills
• Resolution ratifying a $50,000 Financial Empowerment Center Legacy Implementation Grant
• Resolution ratifying a $1,000,000 Legislative Enhancement Grant for emergency shelter services
• Resolution allocating up to $500,000 to a local food bank and up to $100,000 to the Senior Crisis Intervention Program
• Resolution establishing a public hearing on the 2025 tax rate

The Board approved a resolution setting the 2025 county millage rate at 7.3157. It also approved a public hearing on the 2025 tax rate (8‑0) and appointed members to the Community Action Board (8‑0). Two grant resolutions were adopted: the Financial Empowerment Center Legacy Implementation Grant (8‑0) and the Legislative Enhancement Grant (9‑0).

• Approved 2025 millage rate at 7.3157 (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved public hearing on 2025 tax rate (8 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent)
• Approved appointment of members to Community Action Board (8 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent)
• Ratified Financial Empowerment Center Legacy Implementation Grant (8 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent)
• Ratified Legislative Enhancement Grant with County Administrator's signature (9 yeas, 0 nays, 0 absent)

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The CARD board will vote to approve the March meeting minutes and receive an EPA update on the Superfund site designation, including the end of the 60‑day public comment period and a proposal to add the Gelman plume to the National Priorities List. EGLE will present new draft monitoring plans and recent surface‑water sampling results, such as 22 ppb at Slauson School and 2.2 ppb at West Park pond. The meeting will also cover old business items from Washtenaw County, Ann Arbor, and other local jurisdictions, including discussions on the Allen Creek MS4 violation and a realtor briefing on 1,4‑dioxane groundwater contamination.

• Board vote to approve March minutes (Minutes_CARD_03_04_2025_draft).
• EPA update: NPL 60‑day public comment period ended; proposal to add Gelman plume to Superfund list.
• EGLE update: new draft monitoring plans and surface‑water sampling (22 ppb at Slauson School, 2.2 ppb at West Park pond).
• Discussion of Allen Creek MS4 violation and potential NPDES permit for illicit discharge.
• Upcoming realtor meeting on 1,4‑dioxane groundwater plume for Ann Arbor area realtors.

The Board approved the March 2025 meeting minutes. The group decided to wait until next month before deciding whether to cancel the July 1, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved March meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Postponed decision on canceling the July 1, 2025 meeting; will revisit next month

Commission on Aging

The commission scheduled its next meeting for June 6, 2025. A motion to approve the April 4, 2025 minutes was made by Herzig and seconded by Litten, but the minutes do not record the vote outcome. An adjournment motion was made by Thompson and supported by Somerville, with no recorded outcome. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Next meeting scheduled for June 6, 2025 (decision made)
• Motion to approve April 4, 2025 minutes made by Herzig, seconded by Litten (outcome not recorded)
• Adjournment motion made by Thompson, supported by Somerville (outcome not recorded)

Board of Health

The Washtenaw County Board of Health will approve its agenda and the March 28 meeting minutes. It will hear several reports, including community voices, health equity, resiliency, and liaison updates. Old business will cover federal landscape and funding updates and state accreditation recognition. New business includes the WCHD Annual Report and a Recognition Resolution that requires a vote.

• Approval of agenda (action)
• Approval of 3/28/25 meeting minutes (action)
• Federal Landscape and Funding Updates (old business)
• State Accreditation Recognition (old business)
• Recognition Resolution (action item)

WCCMH Board

The Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Board will approve a consent agenda that includes contracts, leases, executive director authorizations, and several 2025 CMHPSM policies. The Treasurer will present the financial status reports for the agency and its millage. New business includes a presentation on the Michigan Medicaid program, annual recipient‑rights training, a conflict‑of‑interest policy, an ethics statement, and a resolution to appoint a board member.

• Consent agenda approval of contracts, leases, and executive director authorizations
• Approval of eight 2025 CMHPSM policies (e.g., Ability to Pay, Consent to Treatment)
• Treasurer’s report on agency and millage financial status
• Michigan Medicaid Program presentation
• Board of Commissioners appointment resolution

The board could not act on the consent agenda, treasurer’s reports, or the executive director report because a quorum was not present. A motion to adjourn was made by H. Heaviland and supported by A. LaBarre, and the meeting was adjourned at 10:20 am. The Annual Conflict of Interest Policy and the Annual Ethics Statement were each moved to the next board meeting.

• No quorum; consent agenda items postponed to future meeting
• No quorum; Treasurer’s Report postponed to future meeting
• No quorum; Executive Director report postponed to future meeting
• Motion to adjourn approved (motion by H. Heaviland, seconded by A. LaBarre)
• Annual Conflict of Interest Policy moved to next board meeting
• Annual Ethics Statement moved to next board meeting

Criminal Justice Collaborative Council

At the April 25 meeting, the Criminal Justice Collaborative Council will consider proposed by‑law amendments, conduct a review of the CJCC Principles document, and hold a discussion on community corrections. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are for consideration and discussion.

• By‑law amendments
• CJCC Principles Document Review
• Community Corrections Discussion

The council voted unanimously by voice vote to adopt a by‑law amendment that adds a proxy option for members. No other motions were adopted; the remainder of the meeting was a discussion of community corrections, funding, and monitoring programs.

• Approved by‑law amendment adding proxy option (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will convene on April 24, 2025, to conduct a closed session to receive an opinion from counsel. The meeting will be held at the County Administration Building in Ann Arbor.

• Closed session to receive legal counsel opinion
• Public participation period
• Commissioner follow-up to public participation

Board of Commissioners Working Session

At the April 16 working session, the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hear updates on two topics. Commissioners will discuss proposed amendments to the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. They will also receive an update from the County Resiliency Office. No formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program amendments
• Resiliency Office update

The Working Session was called to order at 5:33 PM and ran until 6:47 PM. No substantive actions, approvals, or denials were taken; the only official action was a motion to adjourn. Comm. Scott moved to adjourn, seconded by Comm. Rabhi, and the motion carried by voice vote.

• Adjourned the meeting (voice vote, motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing on the Washtenaw Urban County FY25 Draft Annual Action Plan. Members will also consider several appointments to county authorities and vote on grant applications and budget calendars.

• Public Hearing on the Washtenaw Urban County FY25 Draft Annual Action Plan
• Proposed $50,000 Financial Empowerment Center Legacy Implementation Grant
• Adoption of the 2025 calendar for the 2026-2029 Quadrennial Budget
• Appointments to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, Building Code/Construction Board of Appeals, and Regional Transit Authority
• Report on contracts of $25,000 and under from March 25 to April 8, 2025

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners approved three appointments: a member to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, a member to the Building Code/Construction Board of Appeals, and a member to the Regional Transit Authority representing the county. Each appointment passed with a roll‑call vote of 8 yeas, 0 nays, and 1 absent. The board also approved several consent‑agenda items, including the minutes of the April 2, 2025 meeting and reports on communications, contracts under $25,000, and the Road Commission’s March service requests.

• Appointed member to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (8 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent) – motion carried
• Appointed member to Building Code/Construction Board of Appeals (8 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent) – motion carried
• Appointed member to Regional Transit Authority to represent Washtenaw County (8 yeas, 0 nays, 1 absent) – motion carried
• Approved minutes of the April 2, 2025 meeting (voice vote – motion carried)
• Received and dealt with communications (voice vote – motion carried)
• Received report on contracts $25,000 and under (voice vote – motion carried)
• Received report from the Washtenaw County Road Commission on March 2025 service requests (voice vote – motion carried)
• Received reports of Standing Committees (voice vote – motion carried)

CMH Provider

The Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Provider board will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss several informational items. Topics include state and local updates, a new medication administration training session, updates to recipient rights, a check‑in on electronic visit verification (EVV), and universal credentialing. No specific decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• State and Local Updates – presented by Nicole Phelps
• New Medication Administration Training – presented by Brandie Hagaman
• Recipient Rights Updates – presented by Leah Raehtz
• Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Check-in – presented by Megan Taylor
• Universal Credentialing – presented by Delissa Weston

The quarterly provider meeting provided updates on potential Medicaid budget cuts and a federal stop‑work order for COVID ARPA funds. It introduced a new hybrid medication administration training process and noted a staffing change at ORR. EVV reporting for in‑home services is in a soft‑launch phase, and the universal credentialing system has been implemented. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will consider several actions, including an amendment to the Act 381 Work Plan for the 303 N. Fifth/312-314 Detroit Street site. The board will also act on a grant agreement amendment for 206‑210 N. Washington and a supplemental LBRF grant request for stormwater improvements at the Main Street Park Alliance site. Additional items include revisions to program policies, consulting support, and the March financial report.

• 303 N. Fifth/312-314 Detroit Street Act 381 Work Plan Amendment – Action
• 206‑210 N. Washington, Avalon, LBRF Grant Agreement Amendment – Action
• MSPA LBRF Grant Supplemental Application for stormwater due‑care costs – Action
• Program Policies and Procedures Revisions – Discussion/Action
• Brownfield Program Consulting Support for May/June 2025 – Discussion

The Authority unanimously approved the Work Plan Amendment for 303 N. Fifth/312‑314 Detroit Street to be submitted to EGLE. It also approved an LBRF Grant Agreement amendment allowing staff to approve reimbursements, denied a supplemental LBRF grant request for stormwater costs, and approved DCC membership invoices for 2023 and 2024. Additional approvals included a consulting contract up to $15,000, and the March 2025 financial report. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 303 N. Fifth Work Plan Amendment for EGLE submission (unanimous)
• Approved LBRF Grant Agreement amendment to allow staff reimbursements (unanimous)
• Denied supplemental LBRF grant request for stormwater due‑care costs (unanimous)
• Approved Downriver Community Conference 2023 and 2024 invoices ($8,400 each) (unanimous)
• Approved consulting support contract up to $15,000 with Fleis & Vandenbrink (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 financial report and related transactions (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and March 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:40 a.m. (unanimous)

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will review the residential recycling curbside and drop‑off program, present recycling goals, and discuss best practices. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda, prior minutes, and member feedback. Public comment will be allowed for up to two minutes per speaker.

• Review of residential recycling curbside and drop‑off program
• Recycling goals overview presentation
• Discussion of recycling best practices (if time permits)
• Approval of agenda, minutes, and member feedback
• Public comment limited to two minutes per person

The committee approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Nicholson and a second by Reeve, with all members in favor. The minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting were approved following a motion by Bukowski and a second by Nicholson, unanimously. An amendment to correct the meeting reschedule date was adopted after a motion by Nicholson and a second by Maciejewski, with all in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 11:33 a.m. after a motion by Hwang and a second by Mazanec.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved 3/12/2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adopted amendment correcting meeting reschedule date (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Urban County Executive Committee

The committee conducted a public hearing and discussed the draft FY 2025-26 Annual Action Plan, including CDBG allocations. Members also discussed challenges with CDBG spend-down timeliness and the policy for banking funds for larger projects.

• Public hearing on the 2025-26 Annual Action Plan
• Funding recommendations for Avalon Housing projects: Hickory Way III (100% HOME and HOME-ARP) and 211 E. Davis (partial award)
• Discussion on CDBG timeliness requirement to spend $1.5 million by May 2nd
• Review of CDBG fund banking policies for Tier 1 and 2 communities
• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Urban County Executive Committee approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. No public comments were received during the meeting. The committee then adjourned the session at 2:45 pm.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss a development contract with GRO and appointments for the MI Folk School Advisory Board. The body will also review March 2025 financial, revenue, and claims reports.

• GRO Development Contract
• MI Folk School Advisory Board Appointments
• March 2025 Claims, Fund Balance, and Revenue Reports

The commission approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes and filed the March communications, claims, fund balance, and revenue reports. It authorized a $34,000 contract with GRO Development to complete schematic design for the Eastside Recreation Center. The commission also appointed four members to the Michigan Folk School Advisory Board.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Received and filed March 2025 Communications, Projects & Activities (all ayes)
• Approved March 2025 claims report (8 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent)
• Approved March 2025 fund balance reports (all ayes)
• Approved March 2025 revenue reports (all ayes)
• Authorized $34,000 contract with GRO Development for Eastside Rec Center schematic design (8 ayes, 0 nays, 2 absent)
• Appointed four members to Michigan Folk School Advisory Board (all ayes)

Commission on Aging

The Washtenaw County Commission on Aging will discuss a presentation of ARPA funding recipient reports. Subcommittees will address communications, future planning, a townhall, and millage workgroup matters. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the March 7, 2025 minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Presentation – ARPA Funding Recipient Reports
• Subcommittee discussion – Communications (Gress, Litten)
• Subcommittee discussion – Future Planning (Herzig, Astrein, Reynolds)
• Subcommittee discussion – Townhall (McKinney, Litten, Foreman, Astrein)
• Subcommittee discussion – Millage Workgroup (Larson, Astrien, Green, Foreman, Thompson, Ballard)

The Commission voted to approve the minutes from the February 7, 2025 meeting. A motion to set the next meeting for April 4, 2025 was adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 11 a.m. after a motion and second.

• Approved February 7, 2025 minutes (motion by McKinney, seconded by Larson)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 4, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 11 a.m. (motion by Reynolds, seconded by Herzig)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hold a working session to discuss a millage proposal for older adults. The meeting also includes reports from the County Administrator and the Board of Commissioners Liaison.

• Discussion of Older Adults Millage Proposal

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will vote on several grant resolutions, including a FEMA hazard mitigation grant and a Materials Management Planning grant. It will also approve $9,310,610 in formula grants for programs such as Community Services Block Grant, Senior Nutrition, and weatherization. Additionally, the board will authorize a contract with HR&A Advisors for a housing proposal and set a public hearing on the 2025‑26 Urban County Action Plan.

• Resolution ratifying FEMA hazard mitigation grant: $135,000 federal, $45,000 state, $42,000 county match (total $222,000)
• Resolution approving $9,310,610 in formula grants for community services, senior nutrition, homeless programs, and weatherization
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of $246,129 Materials Management Planning grant from the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
• Resolution awarding a contract to HR&A Advisors for a housing proposal (cost within allocation from resolution 24-250)
• Resolution to set a public hearing on the proposed Washtenaw Urban County 2025‑26 Action Plan

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners approved a $246,129 Materials Management Planning grant from the Department of the Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. The board also set a public hearing for the 2025‑26 Urban County Action Plan, appointed members to the Joint Airport Zoning Board and the Area Agency on Aging executive board, and ratified a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan grant. Additionally, the board approved all formula grants from the Office of Community and Economic Development.

• Approved public hearing on Washtenaw Urban County 2025‑26 Action Plan (9-0)
• Appointed member to Joint Airport Zoning Board (9-0)
• Appointed commissioner to Area Agency on Aging Executive Board (9-0)
• Ratified FEMA Hazard Mitigation Plan grant (voice vote carried)
• Approved final recommendation of award recipients for RFP 8749 New Human Partnership Mini‑Grants (voice vote carried)
• Authorized acceptance of Materials Management Planning grant $246,129 (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved all formula grants from Office of Community and Economic Development (9-0)
• Approved receipt of communications and reports (voice votes carried)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive reports on the Washtenaw Health Project and the Academic Health Department Initiative. Members will also discuss funding for opioid settlements, CDC federal funding, and ARPA facilities improvements.

• Washtenaw Health Project report by Executive Director Jeremy Lapedis
• Academic Health Department Initiative report by Patty Krause
• ARPA Facilities Improvements
• Opioid Settlement Funding
• MALPH Legislative Priorities

The board approved the meeting agenda and the February 28 minutes unanimously. It released a request for proposals to allocate opioid settlement funding, with submissions due May 30. The health department noted a stop‑work order on Covid‑19 grants affecting about $1 million annually. New initiatives include walk‑in measles vaccinations and planning a Community Violence Intervention Summit in April.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Released RFP for opioid settlement funding; proposals due May 30
• Planned tour of health department facility improvements at April meeting
• Announced measles vaccine walk‑in hours Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays
• Scheduled Community Violence Intervention Summit for April 28 and Youth Day for April 29
• Consider moving State of Our Health event to a biennial schedule
• Noted stop‑work order on Covid‑19 grants affecting $1 million annually

Criminal Justice Collaborative Council

The Criminal Justice Collaborative Council will meet to discuss the goals, expectations, and charge for reestablishing the council. The body will also hold a discussion regarding community corrections.

• Discussion on reestablishing CJCC goals and expectations led by Board Chair Katie Scott
• Discussion on community corrections

The Criminal Justice Collaborative Council approved the meeting agenda by voice vote after a motion by Pat Conlin and a second by Gregory Dill. The council also approved the meeting minutes by voice vote. No other formal actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded during the session.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)

Environmental Council

The Environmental Council will approve the meeting agenda and the February 25 minutes, and will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair and Second Vice Chair. Staff reports will include a Resiliency Office update on new program manager Beatrice Miringu and upcoming projects such as the DOE voucher program kickoff on April 10. The New Business section lists a discussion item titled “PACE.”

• Approval of the agenda (unanimous acclamation)
• Approval of the February 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous acclamation)
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair and Second Vice Chair
• Resiliency Office staffing update: hiring of Program Manager Beatrice Miringu
• Resiliency Office project updates: DOE voucher program kickoff April 10, Michigan Resilience Hub Network, and other grant activities

The Environmental Council approved a resolution amending the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. An outreach committee was created to report on Resilient Washtenaw progress and federal actions. An advisory committee was authorized to investigate data center proposals and draft an opposing resolution. Council members elected Michelle Deatrick as Chair, Anne Brown as Vice Chair, and Gay MacGregor as Second Vice Chair, all by unanimous voice vote.

• Amendment to PACE program approved (unanimous acclamation)
• Outreach committee to plan Resilient Washtenaw event approved (unanimous acclamation)
• Advisory & recommendations committee to investigate data centers approved (unanimous acclamation)
• Final approval of data‑center advisory committee motion approved (unanimous acclamation)
• Michelle Deatrick elected Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Anne Brown elected Vice Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Gay MacGregor elected Second Vice Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Motion to amend agenda to move up elections approved (unanimous acclamation)

Board of Public Works

The Washtenaw County Board of Public Works will consider action items including claims of $50,000 and under for February/March 2025 and debt retirement vouchers for March/April 2025. The meeting also includes program updates on lake improvement projects, the WRRMA, and the Household Hazardous Waste Program. Minutes from prior meetings will be approved, and financial reports will be presented.

• Approval of claims up to $50,000 (Feb/Mar 2025) – Attachment A
• Approval of debt retirement vouchers for March/April 2025
• Lake Improvement Projects update
• WRRMA update
• Household Hazardous Waste Program 2024 memo

The Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting. It also approved the filing of $50,000‑and‑under claims for February 2025 and the debt retirement vouchers for March/April 2025. In addition, the Board approved several prior meeting minutes for WRRMA and the Materials Management Planning Committee.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved January 15, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved WRRMA meeting minutes from 12/16/24 & 1/27/25 (motion carried)
• Approved Materials Management Planning Committee minutes from 1/8/2025 & 2/12/2025 (motion carried)
• Approved filing of $50,000 and under claims for Feb 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved debt retirement vouchers for March/April 2025 (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hold a working session to receive updates from three community partners: Alpha House on the winter shelter, the Farm Bureau, and the Food Policy Council. The meeting consists of reports and discussion items but does not include any formal decisions or votes. The session concludes with scheduling for the next meeting.

• Winter Shelter Update – presentation by Shonagh Taruza, Executive Director of Alpha House
• Farm Bureau presentation by Valisa Bristle
• Food Policy Council presentation by Chair Jae Gerhart

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was seconded and approved by voice vote. No formal policy decisions, approvals, or votes on agenda items were recorded. The session consisted of updates and discussions from community groups.

• Adjourned the working session (voice vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several grant authorizations, including funding for weatherization and community services. They will also discuss the use of Opioid Settlement Funds and the removal of the Beyer and Tyler Dams.

• Approval of $9,310,610 in formula grants for the Office of Community and Economic Development
• Proposed $246,129 Materials Management Planning grant from the Department of the Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
• Ratification of a $350,000 grant application for Beyer and Tyler Dams removal
• Resolution to use Opioid Settlement Funds for an emergency fund and advisory committee
• Appointment of Scott Miller as Deputy Water Resources Commissioner

Reparations Council

The Washtenaw County Advisory Council on Reparations will approve the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes, hear brief public comments, introduce new council members including the Racial Equity Officer, and hold a discussion on its strategic framework. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Approve March 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public participation (up to 3 minutes per speaker)
• Continued council introductions, including Derrick Jackson, Racial Equity Officer
• Strategic framework discussion
• Adjourn

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will vote on the 300 N Zeeb Act 381 Work Plan, which includes $2,758,735 in eligible activities. It will also approve LBRF eligible activities for the 121 Catherine project, discuss a Brownfield reimbursement agreement template, and consider third‑party legal fees for brownfield projects. The board will adopt the February 2025 financial report, which includes 2024 interest.

• 300 N Zeeb Act 381 Work Plan – Action ($2,758,735 eligible activities)
• 121 Catherine LBRF Eligible Activities Approval – Action
• Brownfield Reimbursement Agreement Template – Discussion
• Third Party Legal Fees Required for Brownfield Projects – Discussion
• February 2025 Financial Report, including 2024 Interest – Action

Washtenaw County Food Policy Council (WFPC)

The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council will vote on the draft annual report and previous meeting minutes. The body will also review a resolution regarding seniors and a public education initiative for food pantries.

• Vote on draft Annual Report
• Review of resolution regarding seniors
• Discussion of food pantry public education/awareness initiative
• Presentation on Community Health Needs Assessment by Dayna Brimley

Material Management Planning Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss vision, themes, and goals for materials management. The agenda includes an overview of county programs and a review of recycling goals and data.

• Discussion on goals, vision, and themes
• Overview of County Programs
• Review of recycling goals and data

Urban County Executive Committee

The committee held a public hearing for the 2025 Fiscal Year Annual Action Plan needs assessment. Members also reviewed the county's weatherization and wheelchair ramp programs and discussed the 2025-2026 CDBG project application timeline.

• Public hearing for 2025 Fiscal Year Annual Action Plan needs assessment
• Review of Weatherization Program and wheelchair ramp waitlist processes
• Timeline for 2025-2026 CDBG Project Applications
• Affordable Housing RFP #8718 submission deadline of January 24, 2025
• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss land acquisitions and conservation easements. The body is also reviewing proposed fee changes for the Rolling Hills Waterpark.

• Rolling Hills Waterpark fee changes
• Zellner and Squiers sales contracts
• Ellis Property acquisition
• Michigan Trust Fund Grant for Parker Mill County Park
• Oak Wilt Management and Strategic Plan presentations

Commission on Aging

The Washtenaw County Commission on Aging will approve the February 7, 2025 meeting minutes, hear a presentation on a dementia‑friendly Saline program, and hold subcommittee discussions on communications, future planning, the Millage Taskforce, and a townhall. The commission will also receive reports from the Board of Commissioners and the chair, consider any new business, and set the next meeting date.

• Approval of February 7, 2025 minutes
• Presentation – Jim Mangi – Dementia Friendly Saline
• Subcommittee discussion: communications, future planning, Millage Taskforce members, townhall
• Report from the Board of Commissioners
• Report from the Chair

Historic District Commission

The Washtenaw County Historic District Commission will discuss and vote on several items, including the COA application for 4151 Thornoaks and a funding request for a historic sign at Highland Cemetery. The commission will also review its 2025 yearly goals, consider subcommittee structures, and hold discussions on Woodlawn Cemetery and historic markers at Cheney School and Groves Farm.

• COA 4151 Thornoaks – action on solar panel installation request
• Highland Cemetery sign funding request – action
• 2025 HDC yearly goals – discussion
• HDC subcommittees (heritage tourism; historic resource support and designation) – action
• Woodlawn Cemetery – discussion

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners Working Session will include a discussion item where the Road Commission provides an update. The update will be presented by Matt MacDonnell, Managing Director of the Washtenaw County Road Commission. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Road Commission update presented by Managing Director Matt MacDonnell

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution to authorize borrowing up to $25,000,000 to cover anticipated delinquent 2024 real property taxes. It will also consider a resolution to allocate $3,072,243 of opioid settlement funds for a request‑for‑proposals process, an emergency fund, program administration, and an advisory committee. Additional items include ratifying grant submissions for Beyer and Tyler dam removals and appointing members to the Remonumentation Peer Review Board.

• Resolution to borrow up to $25,000,000 against anticipated delinquent 2024 real property taxes (single reading, time‑sensitive)
• Resolution to use $3,072,243 opioid settlement funds for RFP, $300,000 emergency fund, $526,676 program administration, and advisory committee (first reading)
• Resolution ratifying grant submission for Beyer Dam removal: $2,184,296 state grant, $242,700 required match (single reading)
• Resolution ratifying grant submission for Tyler Dam removal: $6,672,456 state grant, $741,384 required match (single reading)
• Resolution appointing members to the Remonumentation Peer Review Board (special order of business)

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane (CARD) and EGLE are meeting to review updates on the Superfund Site Designation for the Gelman Plume. The body will discuss water sampling results, monitoring plans, and remediation strategies for affected areas.

• US EPA update on the National Priorities List (NPL) 60-day Public Comment Period
• EGLE report on Slauson School sampling at 22 ppb and West Park pond at 2.2 ppb
• Review of new GSI plan for the Western Area and Marshy Area Feasibility Study
• Discussion of MS4 violation and illicit discharge into the Allen Creek drain
• Update on PFAS response and Dino Dr. in Scio Township

Natural Areas Technical Advisory Committee

The Natural Areas Technical Advisory Committee will review progress reports and take action on specific properties. The meeting also includes a presentation from Salem Township and the election of officers.

• Action on Zellner Property (Round 24)
• Action on Maier Partnership (Round 22)
• Action on Squiers Property (Round 5)
• Salem Township presentation
• Election of officers

Board of Health

The Washtenaw County Board of Health will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 13, 2024 meeting. It will receive updates on highly pathogenic avian influenza and a presentation on the opioid settlement fund needs assessment. The board will also hear reports from community voices, the liaison, and discuss old and new business items such as staff transitions, strategic planning, federal landscape, and website communications.

• Approval of agenda (action)
• Approval of 12/13/24 meeting minutes (action)
• Update on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
• Highlights from Opioid Settlement Fund Needs Assessment
• Old Business: staff transitions and strategic planning

Election Commission

The Washtenaw County Election Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and ballots for the May 6, 2025 Special Election. The body will also consider temporary precinct consolidations for the Dexter Community Schools election.

• Approve minutes from October 17, 2024 meeting
• Approve ballots for May 6, 2025 Special Election
• Approve temporary precinct consolidations for Dexter Community Schools
• Public participation period
• New business discussion

Environmental Council

The Council will review a presentation from Barton Hills Village on climate resilience and a report from the US EPA Ann Arbor office regarding emissions testing. Staff will provide updates on hazard mitigation planning and Department of Energy model codes.

• Presentation by Sharon Popp on Barton Hills Village climate resilience
• Presentation by Gay McGregor on US EPA Ann Arbor's role and benefits
• Staff report on Hazard Mitigation Planning
• Staff report on Department of Energy model codes and ordinances
• Discussion on supporting federal employees

WCCMH Board

The Washtenaw County Community Mental Health Board will review and approve minutes from previous committee meetings, a program dashboard, and financial status reports for the period ending October 2024. The board will also discuss updates on the Millage Request for Proposals and homelessness.

• Approval of Quality-Finance Committee minutes (12/9/24)
• Approval of Millage Advisory Committee minutes (12/9/24)
• Approval of Board meeting minutes (12/13/24)
• Approval of Financial Status Report (Oct 31, 2024)
• Millage RFP update discussion

Opioid Settlement Steering Committee

The Opioid Settlement Steering Committee will meet to discuss the current status of settlement funds and local jurisdiction updates. The body will also review the RFP Review Committee and the Advisory Committee.

• Review of the RFP Review Committee
• Review of the Advisory Committee
• Local jurisdiction status updates

Board of Public Works

The Washtenaw County Board of Public Works will review several reports, including updates on lake improvement projects, the WRRMA, and the Household Hazardous Waste Program. It will approve meeting minutes from 12/16/2024 and from the Materials Management Planning Committee meeting on 1/8/2025. The board will also consider and act on claims of $50,000 and under as outlined in Attachment A.

• Approve meeting minutes from 12/16/2024
• Approve Materials Management Planning Committee minutes from 1/8/2025
• Lake Improvement Projects update
• WRRMA update
• Consider claims of $50,000 and under (Attachment A)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Board of Commissioners will hold a working session to receive updates on county initiatives. The meeting includes reports from the County Administrator and the Board of Commissioners Liaison.

• Winter Sheltering update from Dan Kelly, Washtenaw County Shelter Association
• Broadband update from Chris Scharrer, Washtenaw County Broadband Project Manager

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will consider hiring a psychiatrist at $285,000, approving $2.1 million in bonds for lake level districts, and authorizing a $3 million HUD grant for Ypsilanti's Water Street redevelopment. The meeting also includes a public hearing on historic district ordinances and a closed session on negotiation strategy.

• Hire Psychiatrist Dr. Thomas Atkins at $285,000
• Approve $2.1M bonds for Portage Base Line Lake District
• Authorize $3M HUD grant for Ypsilanti Water Street redevelopment
• Public hearing on Historic District Ordinance amendments
• Create new Constituent Outreach Coordinator position ($114,444 in 2025)

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will elect new board officers after the chair resignation. It will vote on a $997,648 LBRF grant for the Hickory Way III affordable housing project on Maple Road in Ann Arbor. The board will also consider environmental assessment Phase II funding for 141 Park St., eligible activity reimbursements for the 3874 Research Park Drive/Sartorius project, and a $24,500 assessment grant for the Dorsey Estates site. A January 2025 financial report will be approved.

• Election of new board officers to fill the chair vacancy
• Approval of $997,648 LBRF grant for Hickory Way III affordable housing on Maple Road, Ann Arbor
• Approval of Phase II scope for 141 Park St. environmental assessment, up to $18,500, City of Chelsea
• Approval of eligible activities for 3874 Research Park Drive/Sartorius, reimbursable $1,635,438 and $29,335 admin fee transfer
• Approval of $24,500 environmental assessment grant for 220 N. Park/Dorsey Estates project

Material Management Planning Committee

The Materials Management Planning Committee will approve the agenda and the minutes from the January 8, 2025 meeting, review and vote on its work program, and consider a possible rescheduling of the May meeting. The committee will also address data questions, goal setting, and next steps. Public comment will be limited to two minutes per speaker.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes – January 8, 2025
• Work program review and vote
• Potential May meeting reschedule discussion
• Public comment (2‑minute limit per person)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation Commission will elect its officers and vote on a B2B Fuller Road cost‑share agreement. It will also consider three NAPP conservation easement partnership proposals (Ehnis, St. Johns, and Hicks). A resolution of appreciation for Susan Lackey will be adopted, and other routine business will be addressed.

• Election of Officers (action at meeting)
• B2B Fuller Road Cost Share Agreement (action item)
• NAPP – Ehnis Conservation Easement Partnership (action item)
• NAPP – St. Johns Conservation Easement Partnership (action item)
• Resolution of Appreciation – Susan Lackey (action at meeting)

Commission on Aging

The Commission on Aging will hold elections for officers and establish its goals for 2025. The body will also receive updates from subcommittees regarding the millage workgroup, communications, and townhall planning.

• Nomination and election of officers
• Identification of 2025 goals
• Millage Workgroup subcommittee update
• Communications subcommittee update on Annual Report
• Townhall subcommittee update

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hold a working session on February 7, 2025. The agenda includes roll call, public participation, reports from the County Administrator and the Board Liaison, and a discussion of the Board's priority retreat. The session will also set items for current or future discussion before adjourning.

• Board of Commissioners Priority Retreat (discussion item)
• Items for current/future discussion (open items)

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners Working Session will include reports from the County Administrator and the Board Liaison. Commissioners will discuss an overview of Older Adult Services presented by OCED staff. A planning report from the Opioid Settlement Steering Committee will also be reviewed. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• OCED Older Adult Services Overview
• Opioid Settlement Steering Committee Planning Report
• Report from the County Administrator
• Report from the Board of Commissioners Liaison
• Public participation segment

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on the amended Historic District Ordinances and consider adopting the revised Historic Preservation Ordinance and local Historic District Ordinances. It will also vote on resolutions for two group‑home purchases, several grant applications totaling over $2 million, a mid‑year health‑department budget adjustment, and a reclassification of the Board Operations and Communications Manager position. Additional items include honoring three long‑time county employees, approving claims, and scheduling a closed‑session discussion of a negotiation strategy.

• Public hearing on amended Historic District Ordinances (Special Order of Business)
• Adoption of amended Washtenaw County Historic Preservation Ordinance and local Historic District Ordinances
• Purchase of two group homes: 2725 Southlawn St., Ypsilanti ($323,500) and 2832 Bateson Ct., Ann Arbor ($471,250)
• Approval of grant applications: $200,000 Health Endowment Fund; $435,906 Secondary Road Patrol; $448,550 Strategic Enforcement and Traffic Accident Prevention; $30,000 Cybersecurity; $1,300,000 Opioid, Stimulant and Substance Use grant
• Reclassification of Board Operations and Communications Manager to Director of Board Operations with salary range $92,718.60‑$139,217.26

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane is reviewing updates on the Superfund Site Designation and new monitoring plans from EGLE. The body is discussing remediation plans for marshy areas and municipal water hook-up contingencies.

• US EPA update on the Superfund National Priorities List 60-day public comment period
• EGLE draft Monitoring Plans and 2024 Surface Water Sampling results
• New GSI plan for the Western Area and Marshy Area Feasibility Study/Remediation Plan
• New Contingency Municipal Water Hook Up Plan
• Update on MS4 violation and illicit discharge into the Allen Creek drain

Board of Health

The Board of Health will elect a Board Officer and Appeals Sub-Committee member. The meeting includes a budget update for FY25 and a discussion on the 2025-2027 strategic planning process.

• Election of Board of Health Officer and Appeals Sub-Committee
• FY25 Budget Update presented by Finance Administrator Jennifer Brassow
• 2025-2027 Strategic Planning Process discussion
• Rescheduling of Opioid Settlement Working Session Presentation to 2/5/25

Board of Commissioners Working Session

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will hear a winter sheltering update from Dan Kelly of the Shelter Association of Washtenaw County and Shonagh Taruza of Alpha House. The board will also discuss the senior millage. Additional agenda items include routine reports and public participation.

• Winter Sheltering Update – presentation by Dan Kelly, Executive Director, Shelter Association of Washtenaw County, and Shonagh Taruza, Executive Director, Alpha House
• Senior Millage Discussion – discussion of senior property tax millage

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners will consider three resolutions in a first reading: a $30,000 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant application, a $1,300,000 Bureau of Justice Assistance opioid and substance‑use grant, and a reclassification of the Board Operations and Communications Manager position with a new salary range. In a single reading, the board will adopt updated board rules, reappoint Dr. Allecia M. Wilson as Medical Examiner, and approve a $132,932 Youth Homelessness Demonstration Planning Grant. The meeting also includes routine items such as appointments, claims approval, and reports.

• Resolution ratifying a $30,000 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant for penetration testing (10/01/2024‑9/30/2027)
• Resolution ratifying a $1,300,000 Bureau of Justice Assistance opioid, stimulant and substance‑use grant (10/01/2024‑9/30/2027)
• Resolution reclassifying the Board Operations and Communications Manager to Director of Board Operations with salary $92,718.60‑$139,217.26
• Resolution adopting updated Board Rules
• Resolution approving a $132,932 Youth Homelessness Demonstration Planning Grant for 2025

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will elect its 2025 officers and review program updates. The body is deciding on contracts for lake improvement projects and claims totaling $50,000.00 and under.

• Pleasant Lake Improvement Project contracts
• Whitmore Lake Improvement Project contracts
• Claims $50,000.00 and Under (DEC/20244)
• 2024 Chargebacks Voucher V2025-001
• Election of 2025 Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary

Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority

The Washtenaw County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority meeting will consider grant actions for 206 N. Grove Phase I and 630 S. Ashley Phase II assessments. It will also review a potential Hickory Way III LBRF grant application and the December 2024 financial report. Standard agenda items include approval of minutes, conflict‑of‑interest disclosures, and public comment.

• 206 N. Grove Phase I Environmental Assessment Grant – Action
• 630 S. Ashley, Former Armen Cleaners, Phase II/BEA Assessment Grant Application – Action
• Hickory Way III LBRF Grant Application?
• December 2024 Financial Report
• Approval of Minutes (December 12th, 2024 Meeting)

Historic District Commission

The Commission will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer and approve the 2025 meeting calendar and goals. The body will also discuss budget changes and updates to historic district ordinances and affidavits.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Approval of 2025 HDC Meeting Calendar and Goals
• Discussion of 2025 Historic Preservation Budget Changes
• Updates to Historic District Ordinances and Local Historic District Affidavits
• Updates on Gordon Hall Rehabilitation Grant and Northfield Township MPDF CLG Grant

Washtenaw County Food Policy Council (WFPC)

The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council will approve the November meeting minutes and the agenda for this session. Council members will elect a Chairperson, Vice‑Chairperson, Racial Equity Liaison, Policy Liaison, and Secretary. New members and workgroup teams will be introduced, and public comment will be taken.

• Vote to approve November meeting minutes
• Vote to approve the meeting agenda
• Election of Chairperson, Vice‑Chairperson, Racial Equity Liaison, Policy Liaison, and Secretary
• Introductions of new council members and PAT/workgroup teams
• Public comment period

Material Management Planning Committee

The committee will meet to review data and discuss next steps regarding materials management. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and a data review.

• Data Review
• Discussion of Next Steps

Board of Commissioners

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners meeting on January 8, 2025 will elect a Chair and Vice Chair under MCLA 46.3, adopt the Board’s Rules and Regulations, and elect Standing Committee officers. The board will also appoint commissioners to various boards, committees, commissions, and agencies, and consider a consent agenda that includes approval of the December 4, 2024 minutes and other reports. These items are presented as resolutions and special order business.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair (MCLA 46.3)
• Resolution adopting the Rules and Regulations of the Board
• Election of Standing Committee Officers
• Resolution appointing Commissioners to various Boards, Committees, Commissions, and Agencies
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from December 4, 2024 and related reports

Coalition for Action on Remediation of Dioxane

The CARD board will approve its December meeting minutes, hear an EPA update on the Superfund site designation and the proposed addition of the Gelman plume, receive EGLE updates on monitoring and remediation plans, and discuss ongoing actions from various jurisdictions.

• Approve December 2024 CARD meeting minutes (Board vote).
• EPA update: NPL 60‑day public comment period ended and proposal to add Gelman plume to Superfund National Priorities List.
• EGLE presentation of new draft monitoring plans, sampling results, and remediation studies for Allen Creek and the Western Area.
• Old business: Intervenor update, WCWRC invitation, and health department homeowner well sampling.
• Executive Board update on state legislature polluter‑pay bills (HB 5241‑5247 & SB 605‑611).