Board of Commissioners 05/12/2026

The Barry County Michigan Board of Commissioners held a meeting on May 12, 2026, covering a range of topics including county finance, community mental health services, opioid settlement fund allocations, drainage projects, and planning and zoning updates. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a contract renewal for building inspection services with a proposal to review fee increases, and the ratification of a collective bargaining agreement with the police officers labor council and deputy sheriffs union. The board also approved the 2026 property tax levy request and elected official salaries. Presentations highlighted the opioid settlement fund distribution of approximately $122,800 for substance misuse prevention and recovery support, and detailed drainage infrastructure projects completed under budget. Planning and zoning reported a decrease in permits but an increase in total construction value, reflecting rising material and labor costs. The board discussed potential incremental fee increases for permits to mitigate cost impacts. No new capital improvement projects or vendor selections were announced, but ongoing coordination with state agencies and contractors was noted. The meeting concluded with a closed session on labor negotiations and various community updates.