Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting - June 9, 2026

The Benzie County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on June 9, 2026, covering a wide range of topics including departmental updates, public safety, health services, and infrastructure projects. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of an $18 million bond for the Road Commission's new building project, with the board unanimously supporting the lowest interest rate option without additional coupons. The Road Commission reported bids coming in under estimates, and monthly spending reports will be provided for transparency. The board also authorized the purchase of a Standon lawn mower from Ferguson's Fireplace and Stove Center for $13,578, funded within the capital budget, and approved paving work at EMS Station 3 with Ron Brown and Sons for $7,612 from the EMS fund. Additionally, contracts were approved for police recruits sponsored through the Public Safety Academy Assistance Program, with funding reimbursed by the state. The meeting included discussions on vehicle surplus sales, construction board of appeals appointments, and health department updates. Policy discussions touched on video surveillance guidelines and the county's role in ballot proposal education. Overall, the meeting featured multiple procurement decisions related to capital projects, equipment purchases, and public safety staffing, with motions passed and budget amendments approved accordingly.