August 31st 2026 Clinton County Board Meeting

The Clinton County Board Meeting held on August 31, 2026, primarily focused on a contentious zoning issue involving a proposed rezoning of approximately 47 acres from single-family residential (R1) to multifamily (MF) near Scott Road and Wildcat Road. Numerous residents and stakeholders voiced opposition citing concerns about infrastructure capacity, traffic safety, environmental constraints, and consistency with the county's comprehensive plan and local joint planning areas. The board discussed the legal and procedural aspects of rezoning, including the role of the planning commission, site plan review processes, and notification requirements. A motion was passed to send the rezoning matter back to the planning commission for further dialogue with the developer and community before proceeding. Additionally, the board approved several procurement-related items including a $24,262 homeland security grant fiduciary agreement with Ingham County, a partnership agreement with the US Fish and Wildlife Service for grassland prairie development at Clinton Trails County Park, and budget adjustments related to opioid settlement grant funds. The meeting also included updates on building inspection service contracting challenges and reappointments to county boards. The board expressed interest in improving communication and policy around development projects and ethics discussions.