Full Board Meeting 2026 05 28

The Tuscola County Full Board meeting held on May 28, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a $32,960 purchase of a DJI Matrice drone for the Sheriff's office to replace a damaged unit, with an expected $20,000 insurance reimbursement. The board also approved amendments to the 2025 Eagle grant budget to allocate all funds for material management planning. Additionally, hiring approvals were granted for seasonal and dispatcher positions with specified pay rates. The board reviewed a draft medical examiner contract for approval and discussed potential future capital projects, including a universally accessible kayak launch with a 25% grant match requirement estimated at $140,000. There was also discussion about the possibility of hiring a part-time grant writer to support county departments. Several motions related to budget approvals, contract reviews, and personnel hiring were passed during the meeting.