Gratiot County Board of Commissioners Meeting 7/21/26

The Gratiot County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on July 21, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of resolution 26-444 to accept Michigan Department of Transportation grants totaling approximately $186,000 for airport maintenance projects such as mulching, crack filling, seal coating, and mowing. The board also approved resolutions for personnel appointments and adopted new policies including an information technology policy and a harassment in the workplace policy. A significant discussion and subsequent motion involved rescinding resolution 26-431, which would have submitted a countywide public transit millage proposal to voters; the board decided to remove this from the ballot to allow more study and planning. Additionally, a comprehensive internal control and process review report was presented, recommending updates to purchasing thresholds, financial procedures, and federal compliance policies to improve efficiency and controls. The meeting also included budget updates, invoice approvals, and an airport authority session discussing ongoing and upcoming capital improvement projects, including a new terminal building funded by a federal grant.