Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting & Work Session for 3/25/2026

The Roscommon County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting and work session on March 25, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related topics. Key discussions included the planning and anticipated bidding process for lake level control structure projects at Lake St. Helen and Houghton Lake, with an emphasis on engineering studies, operational manuals, and permitting requirements. The board also reviewed a $3.5 million pump replacement project related to water management. Additionally, the board considered funding mechanisms for a countywide grant writer position, exploring potential cost-sharing with townships and the impact on the county budget. A significant agenda item was the presentation and discussion of a proposed millage for the Northern Michigan Child Assessment Center, including the need for inter-county agreements, contract oversight, and ensuring that funds collected in Roscommon County are used locally. The board approved a resolution to submit a special millage for sheriff road patrol services to the August 2026 ballot, estimated to raise approximately $2.8 million over four years. Emergency management updates on recent ice storm response and recovery efforts were also provided, highlighting community collaboration and resource allocation. The meeting included motions, roll call votes, and plans for future work sessions to finalize procurement decisions and contracts.