Board of Commissioners Regular, Work Session, and Budget Meeting for 2/25/2026

The Roscommon County Board of Commissioners held a regular, work session, and budget meeting on February 25, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the award of a consultant contract to Crisis Ready Lab LLC for updating the Community Wildfire Protection Plan at a cost not to exceed $46,215, with reimbursement from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The board also authorized a grant application for up to $75,000 to support the Michigan Public Safety Critical Incident Mapping Program with no local match. Additionally, the Roscommon County Road Commission presented on the local road millage renewal, highlighting ongoing road maintenance needs and a funding deficit even if the millage is renewed at current levels. Budget discussions covered the 2025 year-end closing process, fund balances, and the funding gap for Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with a proposal to set aside $400,000 from fund balance to cover potential shortfalls. The meeting also addressed policy and operational issues related to GIS data sharing, lake level control structures, and the potential establishment of a water resources department. The board discussed the possibility of hiring or contracting a grant writer to enhance grant acquisition efforts for the county and townships. No motions were made to increase the road millage beyond renewal, citing voter sensitivity. The meeting included public comments and emphasized the importance of transparency and strategic planning for future county initiatives.