Board of Commissioners 06/23/2026

The Barry County Michigan Board of Commissioners held a meeting on June 23, 2026, covering a range of county operations and updates. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of claims totaling $50,813.75 and a detailed presentation on a digitization and preservation project for vital records by the County Clerk's Office, with a proposed budget under $60,000. The board also discussed advancing the law enforcement facility project by issuing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to construction managers to refine project costs and scope, aiming to reduce the estimated $40-45 million cost to a target range of $30-35 million. Additionally, the board approved hiring a senior assistant prosecutor at a salary level consistent with prior pay, emphasizing the importance of experience in filling the vacancy. Other topics included updates from the Barry Conservation District, road commission achievements, and local zoning policy resolutions. The meeting featured several votes on budgetary and staffing matters, with motions passed unanimously.