Gratiot County Board of Commissioners Meeting 4/7/26

The Gratiot County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on April 7, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement topics included the approval of a contract with RRS to develop a regional materials management plan, with costs shared among eight counties and reimbursement expected from state grants. The board also approved a land lease for agricultural purposes at the airport for $6,300 annually. Additionally, the board authorized accelerating the transition of medical examiner services to the Michigan Medical Examiner Group, effective immediately. Budget discussions focused on restructuring county departments to improve blight enforcement, including potentially increasing code enforcement staffing to full-time to meet workload demands. The board approved a budget calendar for fiscal year 2027, outlining key dates for fee reviews and budget submissions. Resolutions were passed to renew special millages for agriculture, economic development, and the county commission on aging. The meeting also included a presentation on the county equalization report and a briefing from the Gratiot Conservation District on their operations and funding needs. A closed session was scheduled for legal and negotiation matters. Overall, the meeting addressed multiple procurement contracts, budget allocations, and policy updates impacting county operations and services.