BOC Regular Meeting 7/2/2026 at 10 am

The Antrim County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on July 2, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the authorization of a FEMA OPSG grant application by the Sheriff's Office to fund traffic enforcement overtime and replace an aging marine patrol boat, with a requested amount of approximately $77,000. The board also approved the execution of an Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act agreement with the Michigan Department of Transportation for a $253,000 project, which requires no local match. Additionally, the board accepted a $300 grant award from the Greater Jackson Regional Community Foundation for animal food and authorized related budget amendments. The meeting featured presentations on the Health Department of Northwest Michigan's 2025 annual report, highlighting various health programs and financials, including a discussion on the dental clinics' financial deficit and funding strategies. The county's audited financial statements for 2025 were presented, showing a strong fund balance and a clean audit opinion. Motions to approve claims totaling $12,000.60 and appointments to county boards were also passed. Overall, the meeting focused on budget approvals, grant awards, contract authorizations, and financial oversight, with no new major capital projects or vendor selections announced.