Board Meeting_2026-03-26

The Allegan County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on March 26, 2026, focusing primarily on administrative updates, strategic planning, and ongoing capital projects. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a broadband infrastructure update, highlighting the nearing completion of the countywide broadband project funded partly by ARPA and grant funds. The broadband project manager reported on fiber construction progress, challenges with certain providers like Mercury Broadband, and plans to extend Wi-Fi access to county parks. The board also discussed various strategic planning items, including employee engagement, contract renewals, and facility renovations such as the courthouse and medical care office upgrades. Financial topics included audit timelines, multi-year budget planning, and debt management strategies, with discussions on the county's bond rating and tax limitation impacts. Additionally, the board approved lake level assessment resolutions for several lakes, with one tabled for further review. No new procurement contracts or vendor awards were announced during this meeting, but ongoing capital improvement projects and budget considerations were prominent.