Board of Commissioners Special Meeting for 10/5/2026

The Roscommon County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on October 5, 2026, to address the District 1 commissioner vacancy following the incumbent’s conviction. The board agreed to proceed on the basis that state law had vacated the seat and unanimously passed a motion formally acknowledging the vacancy. Commissioners discussed whether the appointment deadline was 20 or 30 days and emphasized moving quickly to avoid a special election. They planned to post a request for résumés, with submissions due October 16 at 4:00 p.m., hold candidate interviews at a special meeting scheduled for October 20 at 10:00 a.m., and tentatively schedule a follow-up meeting for October 22 at 10:00 a.m. to announce and vote on an appointment if needed.

The board also discussed interview procedures, including consistent questions, candidate scheduling, and confirming requirements under applicable law and the Open Meetings Act. Public commenters offered suggestions on interview fairness and timing. The chair reported that the county badge and laptop in the former commissioner’s possession had been returned. No procurement, contract, or budget activity was identified.