Lapeer County Committee of the Whole Meeting 6/11/26

The Lapeer County Committee of the Whole meeting held on June 11, 2026, included extensive discussions on budgetary matters, particularly the truth in taxation hearing and millage rate setting. Commissioners debated the proposed millage rate of 7.0115 mills versus a rollback rate of 6.8637 mills, with concerns about balancing tax increases against county infrastructure needs such as drain repairs and building maintenance. After legal consultation, the board rescinded an initial motion to reduce all millages equally and instead approved setting the general operating millage at 3.4871 mills while leaving other special voted millages unchanged, resulting in a total millage rate of 6.95. The meeting also covered approval of a $21,530 health education grant, a $1,634.98 fire monitoring system installation at the West Building, and the Community Corrections FY 2027 grant application. Additionally, the board discussed the materials management planning budget, administrator performance review scheduling, and community events. The meeting concluded with motions to adjourn after resolving the tax rate issues.