Session 1 What does the elephant look like

The Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners held a session on June 2, 2026, focused on addressing substance use disorders and the county's treatment court programs. The meeting featured presentations by Judge Megan Styverson and other officials who discussed the increasing cases of drug possession, particularly methamphetamine and opioids, and the operation of federally funded treatment courts including drug, family treatment, and sobriety courts. They highlighted the challenges of limited county funding, the importance of voluntary participation in treatment courts, and the success of these programs in supporting individuals with substance use disorders to keep families intact and reduce recidivism. Additionally, the meeting covered the county's Overdose Fatality Review (OFR) team, which analyzes overdose deaths to inform prevention strategies. While no specific procurement or contract awards were discussed, the session emphasized the reliance on federal grants to fund treatment court operations and related services, indicating ongoing budgetary and funding considerations for these programs.