08.19.2026 Board of Commissioners Meeting

The Clare County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 19, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved multiple budget adjustments totaling over $500,000 and authorized expenditures for July 2026 amounting to nearly $2.9 million. A motion was passed to appropriate $130,000 from the general fund to the child care fund. The county's request for proposals (RFP) for contracted information technology services was announced, with proposals due by August 26, 2026. Additionally, the Clare County Road Commission reported on recent capital projects, including road paving, gravel projects, and the purchase of 28 acres with a building to expand their facilities, partially funded by bond and general fund money. The Land Bank Board appointment was also approved. Updates on grant cycles, insurance renewals, and public land sales were provided, along with presentations from community mental health representatives discussing service contracts and funding. No new contracts were awarded during the meeting, but several budget and procurement-related action items were approved, and ongoing procurement activities were noted.