June 18, 2026 St Clair County Board of Commissioners

The June 18, 2026 meeting of the St. Clair County Board of Commissioners included extensive public commentary focused primarily on health department services, particularly the controversy surrounding Dr. Remington Nevin and the proposed cuts to family planning and Title X funding. Several speakers expressed concern about the potential loss of vital reproductive and public health services, while others supported Dr. Nevin's efforts to realign policies with state law. On procurement and budget matters, the board approved May 2026 county disbursements totaling approximately $27.5 million and awarded contracts including a $69,620 contract to Spicer Group for the Intervention Center Roof Project, a $180,100 Marine Safety Program Grant Agreement, a food service contract with Aramark for the Juvenile Intervention Unit, and a $28,525 contract to Dependable Heating and Cooling for a Community Center project. The board also discussed the hiring process for a new animal control director and considered strategic planning priorities. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to deliberations on the health department's organizational structure, specifically the potential hiring of a deputy medical director (physician assistant) to support Dr. Nevin, with commissioners divided on the issue. The opioid advisory committee's structure and oversight of settlement funds were also discussed, with plans to propose structural changes. Overall, the meeting combined procurement approvals with in-depth policy and personnel discussions affecting future health services and county operations.