Committee Meeting | Full Commission - April 7, 2026

The Wayne County Commission held a full commission meeting on April 7, 2026, which included multiple committee reports and discussions on various county matters. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed amendment to the Wayne County Transit Authority articles of incorporation to eliminate the option for communities to opt out of membership, thereby enabling a countywide transit system. Representatives from SMART and the Regional Transportation Authority presented plans for expanded transit services, including route extensions and demand-response models, contingent on a millage proposal to be placed on the August ballot. The commission discussed funding, community outreach, and the impact on residents, particularly those with disabilities and in currently underserved areas. The meeting also included votes on committee reports involving criminal justice, economic development, public services, ways and means, health and human services, public safety, and government operations, with some members abstaining or voting no on specific items. Additionally, the commission announced the formation of an ethics task force to review and strengthen ethics policies. Public comments emphasized the importance of expanded transit access for all residents. The commission agreed to consider a committee of the whole for further discussion on the transit authority amendment. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were detailed in the transcript, but the transit authority amendment and related millage represent a major upcoming procurement and funding initiative for county transportation services.