Committee of the Whole Meeting 2026 09 14

The Tuscola County Committee of the Whole meeting held on September 14, 2026, covered a range of topics including local building code approvals for school districts, the 2027 local emergency management program, and updates on special fund balances related to millages. A significant portion of the meeting focused on a presentation by Michael Sage from DTE Energy regarding their four-point plan to improve electrical infrastructure, including pole maintenance, substation upgrades, and the deployment of Viper devices to enhance power reliability. The discussion also addressed the recent historic storm response and restoration efforts. Additionally, the board discussed the Village of Gagetown drain project, proposing an extension of the loan term to reduce property owner assessments. Another key topic was the consideration of flat (Flock) cameras for public safety, with concerns raised about privacy and data use. The board agreed to hold a public hearing on the camera program and to invite a representative from the camera vendor to address community questions. Salary comparisons for the dispatch director position were reviewed, with plans to post the job and consider appropriate compensation. No formal votes were recorded in the transcript, but motions and action items related to extending the drain project loan and scheduling a public hearing on surveillance cameras were indicated.