Lapeer Co Regular Board Meeting 2/26/26

The County of Lapeer Michigan held its regular board meeting on February 26, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related decisions were made. Key procurement actions included the approval of a three-year public alerting contract with Motorola Solutions Rave Alerts, funded jointly by the Sheriff's Office and Central Dispatch. The board accepted a bid from Environmental Resource Group for two household hazardous waste events at $20,000 each, noting it was the sole bid received. Additionally, foundation repair services at the Old Mill building were authorized with Frank Reel and Sun, Inc., pending legal review. Personnel committee motions included amendments to the community mental health table of organization, eliminating four full-time ABA positions and creating new professional roles within budget constraints. The board also discussed and voted on labor contract extensions for police and deputy units, including a contentious addition of a floating holiday. Policy discussions addressed emergency management operational procedures and millage election timing, with a motion to consider consolidating millage votes to November elections for higher voter turnout. Public comments focused on community concerns such as surveillance camera contracts, senior services, and education system critiques. The meeting concluded with commissioner reports and adjournment.