20260908 Hillsdale County Board of Commissioner's Meeting

The Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on September 8, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related issues. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a $109,958 invoice for additional 800 MHz radios for the sheriff's department, which had not followed the county's bidding policy, leading to a motion passed 4-1 to pay for the radios from the 800 MHz fund. The board also discussed a proposed three-year animal control contract with Branch County, involving a $25,000 annual payment plus $250 per dog, with the contract to be drafted and returned for approval. Additionally, the board reviewed capital improvement projects such as roof repairs and elevator maintenance, and discussed cybersecurity monitoring contracts with a vendor to provide 24/7 coverage. Budget considerations included authorization to post a victim's rights advocate position with an estimated $7,729 needed for the remainder of the year, and deliberations on commissioner wages and committee work budgets. The meeting also covered asset management issues related to public safety radio towers and interoperability enhancements with Ohio's system. Several motions related to procurement and budget were passed, and the board emphasized adherence to procurement policies in future purchases.