Finance, Ways & Means Committee Meeting 08/11/2026

The Alpena County Finance, Ways & Means Committee met on August 11, 2026, to discuss several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement actions included approval of the purchase of a new Chevy Tahoe patrol vehicle funded entirely by the FY 25 Stonegarden Grant, with the vendor selected as Berger Chevrolet due to vehicle availability and features. The committee also approved a resolution related to the public conservator's office to comply with new bank language requirements. Additionally, the committee authorized the public conservator to apply for a $200,000 federal housing preservation grant with no county match required. Budget adjustments were made to reconcile insurance claim repairs and internal fund transfers. The meeting also addressed operational matters such as the reuse of radios in new ambulances to save costs and minor facility maintenance. Motions related to these procurement and budget items were unanimously approved by roll call vote.