Board of Commissioners 03/10/2026

The Barry County Michigan Board of Commissioners held a meeting on March 10, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement activities included the approval of a memorandum of understanding with Eaton County for the 2026 Eagle Scrap Tire grant, authorizing the chair to sign the agreement. The board also approved prepaid invoices totaling approximately $2.98 million and claims amounting to about $735,354. Additionally, the commissioners adopted Resolution 26-10 to authorize the Drain Commissioner to take legal action to amend the Pine Lake special assessment district boundaries, a step necessary for equitable cost assessments related to lake level management and infrastructure maintenance. The meeting featured presentations on recycling programs, hazardous waste events, and grant funding totaling over $124,000, with discussions on cost management and future event scheduling. There was also an update on capital improvement projects related to lake level management and dam inspections, including budget considerations for engineering and legal processes. The board discussed ongoing and future grant applications, vendor bids for hazardous waste collection, and the importance of public outreach and education in waste management initiatives. No new contracts were awarded during the meeting, but several action items and motions related to spending approvals and inter-county agreements were passed.