Commission Meeting 5/18

The Cass County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on May 18, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of a $14,000 contract with Absolute Studios for a video campaign project aimed at highlighting county services, following a review of competing vendor proposals. The board also discussed and approved a court facility grant application seeking approximately $80,000 for remodeling work related to juvenile court office relocation, with bids pending. Additionally, the commissioners reviewed and approved a flood lot lease policy update addressing no-hunting postings on county properties. A training compliance policy was presented to establish consistent employee training requirements, including cybersecurity and workforce safety, with disciplinary measures for non-compliance. The meeting also included recognition of county support for National Guard service members and updates on housing development incentives and other county operations.