Full Board Meeting 2026 06 11

The Tuscola County Full Board Meeting held on June 11, 2026, included extensive discussions on local governance and procurement-related matters. Key procurement topics included approval of fund transfers from the medical care millage fund to the general fund for equipment purchases such as a transport chair, a rear entry transport van, and network infrastructure upgrades. The board also discussed the potential hiring of a part-time county grant writer to improve grant application and management processes, with consideration of leveraging existing Economic Development Corporation resources. Additionally, the meeting addressed concerns about a large solar farm project in the county, highlighting legal and procedural issues regarding local government involvement and funding obligations, with calls for legal counsel engagement to protect county interests. The board approved a motion to deposit a $91,312 asset distribution from the Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority into the county retention fund to strengthen financial reserves. Other topics included recognition of long-serving township officials and ongoing infrastructure and safety concerns related to road commission operations.