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On the agenda: Roscommon County meeting — Data Center (Jan 28)

Past ⚠ Agenda Watch Roscommon County, Michigan · Wednesday, January 28, 2026 — 8 months ago

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The published agenda for this January 28 meeting contains: "Data Center", "DATA CENTER", "data center". The meeting has passed; the record and its outcome live here permanently.

WhenWednesday, January 28, 2026
Check the agenda document for the meeting time.

WhereRoscommon County, Michigan

Money$1000 was at stake

On the record“Data Center”“DATA CENTER”“data center”

The agenda, word for word

Government public record — the full text of the published document, archived August 11, 2026. Gold highlighting of key terms is ours, not the original’s. Read the original document ↗

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Roscommon County
Board of Commissioners
500 Lake St.
Roscommon, MI 48653
(989) 275-8021
(989) 275-3161 (fax)

Darlene Sensor, Chair
Rex Wolfsen, Vice-Chair
David Russo, Commissioner
Marc Milburn, Commissioner
Kim Morley, Commissioner

WORK SESSION
JANUARY 28, 2026
9:00 AM in person
1. Treasurer Report – 4th Quarter 2025

Marcie Dankert, Treasurer

2. Brownfield Committee Appointment

Discussion of the Whole

3. Heart Awareness Month (February)/Day (6th)

Discussion of the Whole

4. Economic Development Committee (Revisited)

Discussion of the Whole

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REC'D 01.13.2026
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From: Amanda Klein <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 4:32 PM
To: Commissioners <[email protected]>
Subject: February is Heart Month – Join Us for Wear Red Day on Feb 6

Hello,
My name is Amanda Klein, and I am the Government Relations Director for the American Heart
Association in Michigan. As we head into February, American Heart Month, I wanted to share a
few ways your county can help raise awareness about heart disease and heart health in your
community.
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in Michigan and across the country, and it is
largely preventable through education, healthy eating, and active living. Each February,
communities across the state come together to “Go Red” and highlight the importance of heart
health, especially for women.
Friday, February 6 is Wear Red Day, a statewide moment to show support and spark
conversations about heart disease prevention. We would love for your county to participate in
any way that works for you.
Here are a few easy ways to get involved:
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Pass a Heart Month or Wear Red Day proclamation at an upcoming board meeting. I
will be attaching a draft proclamation for your consideration.

•

Share heart health resources with residents through newsletters, your website, or social
media.
Resources: Answers by Heart Fact Sheets: Lifestyle and Risk Reduction | American Heart
Association
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/consumer-healthcare/answers-by-heart-factsheets/answers-by-heart-fact-sheets-lifestyle-and-risk-reduction

•

Encourage county staﬀ and residents to wear red on Friday, February 6 and share
photos.

•

Light up a building or landmark, display a banner, or decorate with red. Get creative.
Every county can participate in its own way.

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When you share, please tag @AHAMichigan and use #MichiganGoesRed, #WearRedDay, and
#HeartMonth. You can also email photos to [email protected]. We will be highlighting
participating communities across the state.
Thank you for helping us spread the word about heart health during American Heart Month!
And if at any point your county would like support or information on CPR, Nation of Lifesavers,
or other heart health initiatives, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’d love to stay connected
beyond Heart Month.
Warmly,
Amanda Klein
Amanda Klein
State Government Relations Director
American Heart Association
Michigan
Remote
O +1 (214) 7061475 | M 517-303-0358
AmericanHeart.org

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HEART MONTH 2026 PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death worldwide, and each year more than 350,000
cardiac arrests occur outside of hospitals in the United States, with approximately 10 percent of
people surviving; and
WHEREAS, about 70 percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur at home, meaning that
people nearby—often family members—are the first and most critical link in the chain of survival;
and
WHEREAS, immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can double or even triple a person’s
chance of survival, yet only about 41 percent of people who experience cardiac arrest receive
immediate CPR from someone nearby, and fewer than 12 percent receive aid from an automated
external defibrillator (AED) before advanced help arrives; and
WHEREAS, for adults and teens, Hands-Only CPR—calling 911 and pushing hard and fast in the
center of the chest—can double or triple the chance of survival, while infants and children require
CPR with rescue breaths to restore oxygen and circulation; and
WHEREAS, each year more than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest outside of the hospital,
with almost 40 percent related to sports and nearly 20 percent occurring among infants; cardiac
arrest accounts for 10 to 15 percent of sudden unexpected infant deaths; and
WHEREAS, studies show that women are less likely than men to receive CPR before advanced help
arrives due to fear of causing harm, perceived legal risk, or discomfort about physical contact—
factors that must be addressed through education and awareness; and
WHEREAS, the American Heart Association has set a bold goal to double survival from out-ofhospital cardiac arrest by 2030 through its Nation of Lifesavers™ initiative, empowering people
everywhere to confidently perform CPR and use AEDs; and
WHEREAS, straightforward, community-based solutions—such as CPR and AED education, public
access to defibrillators, and cardiac emergency response plans (CERPs) in schools, workplaces,
and public spaces—can save lives and strengthen community readiness;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, [Governor/Mayor Name], do hereby proclaim February 2026 as AMERICAN
HEART MONTH in [State/City Name] and encourage all residents to learn CPR, promote awareness
of cardiac arrest and emergency response, and join the effort to build a Nation of Lifesavers™,
ensuring that every person, everywhere, is prepared to act in a cardiac emergency.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the [State/City] to be
affixed this [date] day of [month], [year].
[Governor/Mayor Name]
[Title]
[State/City Name]

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WEAR RED DAY 2026 PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among women in the United
States, claiming the lives of one in every three women each year and surpassing all forms of cancer
combined; and
WHEREAS, nearly half of all women over the age of 20 are living with some form of cardiovascular
disease, yet most women remain unaware of their personal risk factors or the unique ways heart
disease can present in women; and
WHEREAS, women often experience heart attack symptoms that differ from men—such as
shortness of breath, nausea, back or jaw pain, extreme fatigue, or dizziness—which can lead to
delayed treatment and poorer outcomes when these symptoms are not recognized; and
WHEREAS, signiﬁcant disparities persist, with Black, Hispanic/Latina, and Indigenous women
facing higher rates of cardiovascular disease and barriers to prevention, diagnosis, and equitable
access to care; and
WHEREAS, stroke is also a major threat to women’s health, as women are more likely than men to
experience a stroke, more likely to die from one, and more likely to suffer long-term disability; and
WHEREAS, research shows that women are less likely to receive bystander CPR during a cardiac
emergency, in part due to fears and misconceptions that must be addressed through communitywide education and awareness; and
WHEREAS, for more than two decades, the American Heart Association’s Go Red for
Women® movement has led the charge in educating women about cardiovascular disease,
advancing scientiﬁc research, advocating for equitable healthcare, and empowering women to take
charge of their heart health; and
WHEREAS, National Wear Red Day, observed on the first Friday of February, brings communities
together to raise awareness, spark meaningful conversations about women’s heart and brain
health, and inspire lifesaving action;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, [Governor/Mayor Name], do hereby proclaim Friday, February 6, 2026 as
NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY in [State/City Name], and encourage all residents to learn the signs
and symptoms of heart disease and stroke in women; support prevention and early detection; and
join the effort to improve women’s cardiovascular health through awareness, education, and
action.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the [State/City] to be
affixed this [date]day of February, 2026.
[Governor/Mayor Name]
[Title]
[State/City Name]

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Roscommon County
Board of Commissioners
500 Lake St.
Roscommon, MI 48653
(989) 275-8021
(989) 275-3161 (fax)

Darlene Sensor, Chair
Rex Wolfsen, Vice-Chair
David Russo, Commissioner
Marc Milburn, Commissioner
Kim Morley, Commissioner

AGENDA
JANUARY 28, 2026
10:00 AM in Person

1. Meeting Called to Order by Chair Darlene Sensor – 10:00 a.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call of Board Members
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda:
a) Correspondences: A - G
b) Monthly Department Reports: December/November 2025 Sheriff Revenue Report;
c) Administrator/Controller Report
6. Public Comment – Please limit to 5 minutes per person – Agenda Items only
7. Visitors
8. Unfinished Business
a. Lake Level Control Structures updates
9. New Business

a. Community Wildfire Protection Plan, Vanessa Varner, EM Director

10. Motions/Resolutions
11. Committee Reports
12. Public Comment – Please limit to 5 minutes/person
13. Board Comment – Please limit to 5 minutes/person
14. Adjournment

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Roscommon County
Board of Commissioners
500 Lake St.
Roscommon, MI 48653
(989) 275-8021
(989) 275-3161 (fax)

Darlene Sensor, Chair
Rex Wolfsen, Vice-Chair
David Russo, Commissioner
Marc Milburn, Commissioner
Kim Morley, Commissioner

MOTIONS
JANUARY 28, 2026
1. Move to adopt the 2026 Roscommon County Board Rules as attached; amendments to Board rules
include change of start time for Regular Meetings to 9:00am with Work Sessions at 10:00am.
2. Move to set the 2026 Budget and Finance Committee of the Whole meetings for the following
dates: February 25th, April 22nd, June 24th, August 26th, October 28th, and November 10th, 2026;
meetings to start following the Work Session.
3. Move to set the 2026 Lake Level Control Structure meetings following the first Work Session
Meeting of the month, April through September.
4. Move to adopt the updated Building Emergency and Catastrophic Weather Closure Policy as
attached.
5. Move to adopt the 2026 Committee Organization and Appointments as presented by Chairperson
Sensor.

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REC'D 01.09.2026
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From: Michelle Stevenson <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, January 9, 2026 2:17 PM
To: Jo Kreinbring <[email protected]>
Subject: FW: Cass County BOC Resolution

From: Monica McMichael <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, January 9, 2026 10:28 AM
To: Monica McMichael <[email protected]>
Subject: Cass County BOC Resolution

Please see attached Resolution Urging Transparency and a Comprehensive Regularly Framework
for Data Center Development that was approved by the Cass County Board of Commissioners on
January 8, 2026.

Have a great day!

Monica

Bcc: Michigan Association of County Clerks

Monica McMichael
Cass County Clerk/Register of Deeds
(269) 445-4464
[email protected]

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CASS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
R-01-26

RESOLUTION URGING TRANSPARENCY AND A COMPREHENSIVE
REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR DATA CENTER DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, data centers are specialized facilities that house computing and networking
systems used to store, process, and manage large volumes of data; and
WHEREAS, the demand for data centers has increased rapidly due to the growth of cloud
computing and artiﬁcial intelligence, resulting in growing concern nationwide and within
the State of Michigan regarding their environmental, infrastructure, and community
impacts; and
WHEREAS, Cass County is committed to responsible growth, ﬁscal stewardship, and the
protection of community resources, including water, energy infrastructure, and land use
compatibility; and
WHEREAS, large-scale data centers typically require signiﬁcant electrical and water
resources, which may strain local utility systems, impact utility rates for residents, and
create noise, heat, and other environmental or quality-of-life concerns for surrounding
communities; and
WHEREAS, thoughtful planning and transparency are essential to ensure that any
proposed data center development aligns with Cass County’s long-term land use goals,
infrastructure capacity, and the interests of residents and taxpayers; and
WHEREAS, responsible regulation of data centers should include consideration of
appropriate zoning districts, compatibility with surrounding land uses, setbacks from
residential or sensitive areas, noise mitigation, screening of mechanical equipment,
disclosure of anticipated energy and water usage, workforce impacts, and meaningful
community engagement; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of Cass County residents that any data center
development occur within a clear and comprehensive regulatory framework that protects
public resources, ensures transparency, and prevents unintended ﬁnancial or
environmental consequences;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cass County Board of Commissioners
urges all relevant local governmental units, planning authorities, and electric utility
providers serving Cass County to develop and implement a comprehensive regulatory
framework governing proposed data center development; and

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Cass County Board of Commissioners encourages
transparency and public disclosure regarding any proposed data center project, including
but not limited to the following information being made available to local officials and the
public:
•

The source of electrical power for the facility and its consistency with state and
local clean energy goals;

•

The anticipated water usage of the facility, including daily, monthly, and annual
demand, and plans to mitigate impacts on water quality and availability;
How electric utilities intend to meet increased load demands without shifting costs
to existing ratepayers or creating stranded infrastructure;

•
•

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What contractual protections, minimum usage requirements, or exit provisions will
be in place to ensure local residents are not ﬁnancially burdened if a project is
reduced or abandoned; and
What measures will be implemented to ensure environmental compliance,
equitable cost allocation, and meaningful community beneﬁt.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Cass County Clerk is directed to transmit a copy of
this resolution to the Cass County Planning Commission; all municipalities within Cass
County, including Calvin Township, Howard Township, Jefferson Township, LaGrange
Township, Marcellus Township, Mason Township, Milton Township, Newberg Township,
Ontwa Township, Penn Township, Pokagon Township, Porter Township, Silver Creek
Township, Volinia Township, Wayne Township, the City of Dowagiac, the City of Niles, the
Village of Cassopolis, the Village of Edwardsburg, the Village of Marcellus and the Village of
Vandalia; relevant state and federal legislative offices; and electric utility providers serving
Cass County.
ADOPTED THIS 8TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2026
ATTEST:
Monica McMichael

Monica McMichael (Jan 9, 2026 10:04:59 EST)

Monica McMichael, Clerk/Register
County of Cass

Jeremiah Jones (Jan 9, 2026 10:06:13 EST)

Jeremiah Jones, Chair
County of Cass Board of Commissioners

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Hi RTA Members,
Hope all had nice Holiday times.
Our next RTA Meeting is on January 22, 2026 at Richﬁeld Township Oﬃce, 1410 N. St. Helen
Road, St. Helen. 10:00am. Mark your calendars �
Hope to see then.

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REC'D 01.08.2026
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From: MSU Certiﬁcate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2026 8:00 PM
To: Commissioners <[email protected]>
Subject: Enrollment Open for MSU Online Geography (onGEO) Professional GIS and
Geovisualization Certiﬁcate Programs

View this email in your browser

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Each of these non-credit core courses is 7 weeks long and completed fully online. In
addition, the MSU onGEO group oﬀers several elective courses.

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Pass a Heart Month or Wear Red Day proclamation at an upcoming board meeting. I
will be attaching a draft proclamation for your consideration.

•

Encourage county staﬀ and residents to wear red on Friday, February 6 and share
photos.

•

Light up a building or landmark, display a banner, or decorate with red. Get creative.
Every county can participate in its own way.

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REC'D 01.16.2026
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From: [email protected] <[email protected]>
Sent: Friday, January 16, 2026 2:10 PM
To: Commissioners <[email protected]>
Subject: State ﬁnance panel says legislators will have fewer General Fund dollars in ﬁscal 2027

Jan. 16, 2026

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Table of Contents

State’s General Fund resources will dip
in ﬁscal 2027, ﬁnance panel reports

Savi webinar details beneﬁt option for
Michigan counties

Michigan Treasury outlines timeline for
county payments

Podcast 83: Legal maneuvering
continues on mental health, House
spending

MSU Extension expands its learning
options for local government leaders in
2026

House approves bill for Antrim County
judgeship

MAC’s oﬃces to observe MLK Day

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Academy calendar will feature ‘MidTerm’ event for commissioners

Counties must respond to asset
forfeiture survey by Feb. 26

Staﬀ picks

State's General Fund resources will dip in ﬁscal 2027, ﬁnance panel reports

Legislators and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer can plan on just under $14.1 billion to be
available for the state’s General Fund (GF) in ﬁscal year 2027, a state panel determined
on Friday.
The Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference projects net GF for FY27 at $14.074
billion, which would be about $60 million less than what the state is spending in FY26.

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In its written analysis prior to the panel’s meeting, the House Fiscal Agency stated:
“While there is some relatively mild weakening in revenues for economic reasons, the
large downward revisions (from the May 2025 estimates) are primarily due to tax policy
changes involving motor fuels with respect to the FY 2024-25 road plan and tax policy
changes associated with state-level OBBBA coupling on income tax deductions for
overtime, tips, and Tier 3 Social Security.”

In a presentation on the national and Michigan economies, Daniil Manaenkov of the
University of Michigan noted:
•

Stock market eﬀects are still propelling a good chunk of consumption.

•

The pass through of tariﬀs to consumers has been “quite muted.”

•

The unemployment rate is holding and wages are rising.

•

Real retail spending is still growing.

“People are upset about everything but are still spending,” Manaenkov said.

For more information about MAC’s budget advocacy, contact Deena Bosworth at
[email protected].

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Savi webinar details beneﬁt option for Michigan counties

“There are 45 million Americans who carry a total of about $1.8 trillion of student debt.
And again, for many borrowers, it's not just about the monthly payment. This payment
aﬀects their ability to save, to contribute to retirement or even pay for everyday
essentials. So, 63 percent of these 45 million borrowers report having diﬃculty making
their monthly student loan payment.”

So explained Tony Raﬀa of the student-debt solution ﬁrm Savi during a Jan. 13 webinar
co-hosted by MAC.

Savi is working with the National Association of Counties and MAC to extend studentdebt management expertise to county employees and beyond.
In detailing Savi’s 99 percent acceptance rate for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
applications, Raﬀa noted that Michigan has more than $58 billion in student loan debt
and a “very large” delinquency rate.

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Savi, which is now partnered with six Michigan counties, has saved Michigan residents
more than $38 million through their expertise in navigating more than 150 loan
programs.

To watch the webinar recording, click on the image above or click here.

To view the slides from the webinar, click here.

And for any questions you may have about how Savi can help your county create a
program, contact John Nelson at [email protected].

Michigan Treasury outlines timeline for county payments
Counties will see some state payments show up at adjusted times in 2026, the Michigan
Department of Treasury announced this week.

Treasury oﬃcials said that revenue sharing payments will continue to be issued every
other month, consistent with the traditional schedule. However, the taxable value
payment portion of county revenue sharing will be distributed twice this year, in
February and June, rather than being spread evenly across the year.

In addition, public safety funds allocated in the ﬁscal 2026 budget will be provided to
counties in a single payment scheduled for June.

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Counties that qualify for prosecutor-related funding can expect those payments in the
spring, according to the department. Eligibility requirements remain unchanged.

Treasury also addressed changes to the distribution of liquor tax revenues that support
the Convention Facilities Fund, a portion of which is passed through to counties for
substance abuse programs. These payments will not be made in January as originally
planned due to a cash ﬂow issue. By statute, liquor tax revenues must ﬁrst be applied to
debt service, and the revenues have not yet been remitted to the Department of
Treasury.

As a result, counties will receive Convention Facilities Fund-related payments in April,
July and October this year. Treasury emphasized that the total amount counties are
expected to receive will remain the same, even though the funds will be distributed in
three payments instead of four.

The Department of Treasury said it will continue to communicate with counties as
payments are issued and encouraged local oﬃcials to factor the revised timelines into
their budget planning.

For more information on this issue, contact Deena Bosworth at
[email protected].

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Podcast 83: Legal maneuvering continues on mental health, House spending

As the Legislature prepares its 2026 work schedule, MAC’s Podcast 83 team reviewed
several continuing issues from 2025 in its latest episode.

In the wake of a Court of Claims ruling on a mental health revamp planned by the state,
eyes now have turned to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
(MDHHS), the lead agency on the project, said MAC’s Jimmy Johnson.

“So … what happens next? Jan. 29 is the deadline that MDHHS has to appeal this,”
Johnson explained, so we're going to be watching that very closely. We could see some
timelines change. … There are some rules that are impermissible with Michigan law, so

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now MDHHS is going to have to come up with those ﬁxes, bring it to the judge and the
judge is going to have to concur.”

“There's a lot of moving parts on that, and timeframe issues, especially when you start
looking at, again, an election year and an administration change coming at the end of
this year,” replied host Steve Currie. “You know, this Oct. 1 deadline that was originally
put out there or the changeover … if you start putting out a new RFP, we're already
halfway through January, so that extends things out. It'll be interesting to see what the
department does at this point, with regards to this change.”

Governmental Aﬀairs Director Deena Bosworth reviewed how an Attorney General’s
opinion has reversed a major change in state spending sought by House Speaker Matt
Hall (R-Kalamazoo): “The Attorney General's opinion came out and said, no, (the House
action) is unconstitutional; there is a separation of powers issue that once an
appropriations bill passes through the House and the Senate and gets signed by the
governor, then it's up to the administration to administer this. It's now a law.

“Now, all of a sudden, we've got an issue where the speaker is, going to appeal that
decision … and we think there's going to be a hearing yet at the end of this week,” she
added.

MAC’s Samantha Gibson gave a summary of key legislative dates in coming weeks as
work will begin on the state’s ﬁscal year 2027 budget.

“The ﬁrst (key date) is this Friday. The Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference, also
known as CREC, will be Jan. 16,” Gibson reported. “Following that is the governor's
budget presentation, which maybe will be Feb. 12, so we'll have more insight as to what
the governor's priorities are. …

“And beyond that, we have State of the State coming up on Feb. 25, so even more
insight into the governor's priorities going into 2026,” she added.

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To learn more, watch the full episode, recorded on Jan. 13, by clicking here or on the
image above.

MSU Extension expands its learning options for local government leaders in 2016

County and other local oﬃcials will have a greater array of learning opportunities in the
coming year, MSU Extension announced this month.

Local Government Policy and Practice is a new MSUE webinar series featuring MSU
Extension units and centers that oﬀer insights, tools, and research to help public sector
leaders strengthen their communities. The webinar will take place monthly throughout
2026 on Zoom. Upcoming webinars are listed below. Registration and more information
is available at events.anr.msu.edu/msue_local/.
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Feb. 19 - Innovations in Rural Tourism and Placemaking Through Education The MSU Extension Tourism team will showcase how educational programming
is supporting rural tourism and placemaking, strengthening Michigan
communities.

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March 19 - Data Centers and Michigan's Electric Utilities - Institute for Public
Utilities Director Dr. Erik Nordman will share the latest developments regarding
data center proposals and how they might aﬀect Michigan's electric utilities,
customers, and communities.

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Governing Essentials Webinar Series - is tailored for local elected and appointed
oﬃcials who wish to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices. The
series covers the Open Meetings Act, fundamentals of parliamentary procedure,
eﬀective board practices and ethical public service. This 4-part series repeats in the
spring and fall. Our ﬁrst series kicks oﬀ on Feb. 10 at 12 p.m. covering the Open
Meetings Act. Click here for dates and to register.
•

***NEW in 2026*** - Ethical Public Service – A fourth webinar added to the
series this year explores the principles of ethical public service,
emphasizing transparency and accountability in governance. Participants will
learn practical strategies to navigate ethical challenges in decision-making, and
the eﬀective use of bylaws and codes of conduct in board operations.

Fiscally Ready Communities - The Fiscally Ready Communities program consists of ﬁve
webinars aimed at assisting communities in establishing, measuring, and maintaining
policies that enhance operational and ﬁnancial eﬀectiveness. This program is a
collaborative eﬀort between MSU Extension and the Michigan Department of Treasury,
oﬀering local governments best practices in ﬁscal sustainability. The goal is to help
communities achieve long-term ﬁscal health, ultimately supporting thriving local
environments. Webinars are scheduled throughout 2026, with the ﬁrst one on Feb. 9 at
2 p.m. covering Budgeting for Fiscal Sustainability. Click here for dates and to register.

MSU Extension is a MAC Aﬃliate and a trusted partner with MAC for more than 50
years on the widely known New Commissioner School trainings. To learn more about
MAC’s educational programs, click here.

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House approves bill for Antrim County judgeship

A bill to create the Antrim County 99th District court was passed by the House on
Thursday. House Bill 4749, by Rep. John Roth (R-Grand Traverse), would allow the
Antrim County Probate Judge to serve as both probate and district judge.

Currently, the 86th District Court operates under an intercounty operating agreement
between Antrim, Grand Traverse, and Leelanau Counties. Under HB 4749, Antrim
County residents would be better served with the creation of a 99th District Court and
have closer, more immediate access to court resources.

MAC supports this legislation.

The bill moves to the Senate for consideration.

For more information on this issue, contact Samantha Gibson at
[email protected].

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MAC's oﬃces to observe MLK Day

MAC’s oﬃces in Lansing will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19 to observe Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day. MAC will resume normal oﬃce hours at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Learn about how the MLK holiday came to be from this review by the National
Constitution Center.

Academy calendar will feature ‘Mid-Term’ event for commissioners

The 2026 calendar for MAC’s County Commissioner Academy (CCA) will focus on the
topics of budget and ﬁnance, with ﬁve credit-earning opportunities now slated.

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County Commissioner Academy is a professional development program for
commissioners incorporating a series of events and workshops focused on the day-today responsibilities of a Michigan county commissioner.

Most notably this year, commissioners can earn 2 credits by attending a New
Commissioner School “Mid-Term” brieﬁng hosted jointly by MAC and Michigan State
University Extension.

Commissioners aiming to earn their Year 2 certiﬁcate need to acquire 5 of the 8
possible credits to be presented. See the calendar below for opportunities.

For details on CCA, visit MAC’s website or contact Communications Director Derek
Melot at [email protected].
Initial CCA calendar of events:
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MAC Spring Webinar (March) (1 credit)

•

MAC Legislative Conference (April 27-29) (2 credits) (Registration expected to
open at end of January)

•

New Commissioner School "Mid-Terms" (June and October in-person) (2 credits)

•

MAC Summer Webinar (August) (1 credit)

•

MAC Annual Conference (Sept. 9-11) (2 credits) (Registration expected to open
at end of June)

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Counties must respond to asset survey by Feb. 26

Every county, township, city and village, as well as every state of Michigan department
is required to ﬁle an annual asset forfeiture report online, even if the agency has no
forfeitures to report. Any property seized after Feb. 1, 2016, and forfeited (ﬁnalized)
during this reporting period (Jan. 1, 2025-Dec. 31, 2025) must be described in Section C
of the online survey.

The survey link can be found on this site; the 2026 Asset Forfeiture Report and 2026
Asset Forfeiture Report Instructions are on the left side. Please note, once the form has
been completed and submitted online, the data is automatically transmitted, and the
agency will be emailed a copy of the submission for their records.

NOTE: The survey will not be accessible after Feb. 27, 2026; those that do not
complete the survey by Feb. 27, 2026, will be listed in the 2026 Asset Forfeiture
Report under Chapter 28 as having failed to properly report the information required
under MCL 28.116.

Contact Brian Peacock at [email protected] or 517-449-2985 with any questions.

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STAFF PICKS
•

Time to reform the process for work project approval (Citizens Research Council
of Michigan)

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Lenawee, Houghton courthouses ranked in public buildings ‘gem’ list (Lansing
State Journal)

•

Local democracy is strong, but rural Michigan communities are falling behind,
new survey shows (Michigan Advance)

•

Some dogs can expand their vocabulary by eavesdropping on their owners
(Associated Press)

MAC SERVICES
JOB POSTINGS
•

Deputy Director, Department of Public Works
& Environmental Services, City of East Lansing

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Assistant to the City Manager, City of East
Lansing

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City Manager, City of Escanaba

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County Administrator, Green County, Wis.

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COMMISSIONER FORUM

MAC's online message board allows county
commissioners to share challenges, solutions and
ideas with their colleagues. You must register to use
the message board. (See these easy-to-follow
instructions for registration.)

For more information on the Forum, contact Derek Melot at [email protected].

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© Michigan Association of Counties 2025. All rights reserved.
110 W. Michigan Ave., Suite 200
Lansing, MI 48933
800-258-1152 | 517-372-5374
www.micounties.org

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Hello,
Attached is the Agenda for Thursday, January 22 at 10:00
Veronica
Richﬁeld Township

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ROSCOMMON TOWNSHIPS ASSOCIATION
MEETING AGENDA
1/22/2026
Richfield Township Hall
1410 N. Saint Helen Rd.
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Attendance:

AuSable ___________Backus __________Denton ___________
Gerrish ___________Higgins __________Lake______________
Lyon ____________Markey__________Nester____________
Richfield _________Roscommon ___________
4. Approve Agenda
5. Approve Minutes
6. Treasurer’s Report
7. Guest Presentation
8. Township Reports
9. County updates
10. Open Forum
11. Public Comment
12. Next Meeting
13. Adjourn

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Hello,
The Oﬃce of Senator Gary Peters would like to invite you to a webinar to familiarize elected local oﬃcials
with the resources and assistance that our oﬃce provides. You will see from the invitation attached
below that the webinar will take place on Thursday, January 29th, 2026 at 11:00am.
Webinar presenters will give an overview of the services provided by our oﬃce, covering constituent
services, federal grants and appropriations, legislative policy, and more. There will also be time for Q&A
following the presentation. You can register your attendance via the link on the invitation or by clicking
here.
I hope you will be able to join if interested, and we look forward to working with you.
Cat Darrah
Regional Coordinator- Northern Michigan
Oﬃce of U.S. Senator Gary C. Peters
Oﬃce: (231)947-7783
Personal: (231)290-0889

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You are cordially invited to an informational webinar
to learn about the services and federal resources available
through the Office of U.S. Senator Gary Peters
Please join members of Senator Peters’ State staff for an informative discussion on the services and
federal resources we can provide to help you serve your constituents and community. Topics will
include, among others:
Constituent Services: Learn how we can help you and your constituents cut through Federal
bureaucratic red tape to solve problems.
Federal Grants & Appropriations: Learn what resources and support we can provide to help
you identify potential federal funding for priority projects and initiatives important to your
community.
On the Ground Resources: Learn about our statewide team organization to identify your local
on the ground partner for federally related matters of interest or concern.
Legislative Policy & DC Visits: Learn about how to best ensure your thoughts and opinions
on current or prospective legislative policy are heard, and how we can help when planning a
visit to our Nation’s Capital.

Resources Available Through the Office of
U.S. Senator Gary Peters for Local Elected Officials
Informational Webinar
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 11:45 p.m.
You must register in advance for this meeting by clicking below:

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COUNTY of ROSCOMMON
OFFICE of SHERIFF

Edward F. Stern
Sheriff

Benjamin Lowe
Undersheriff
Laurie L. Beck
Lieutenant
Jail Administrator

111 S. Second St.
Roscommon, MI 48653
Telephone 989-275-5101 Fax 989-275-5843
Email: [email protected]

MDOC Diverted Felons
MDOC Detainers
R&B Sentenced
Federal Detainees
Oscoda County Inmates

Angela Ackley
Lieutenant
Investigative Services

December 2025

November 2025

$9,430.00
$70.00
$3,690.00
$42,745.00
$15,260.00

$11,235.00
$.00
$3,237.00
$35,275.00
$13,265.00

Average Daily Population
Highest Daily Count
Lowest Daily Count

78
89
71

83
89
78

New Admissions

M-60

F-26

M-60

F-26

Releases

M-62

F-25

M-62

F-25

Average Daily Population December:
Roscommon Sentenced-10 Roscommon Unsentenced- 32
Oscoda County- 14
MDOC Diverted Felons- 5
January= $36,383.00
February= $26,825.00
May= $75,178.00
June= $69,814.00
September= $66,055.00 October= $62,143.00
Total Revenues for December= $71,195.00
TOTAL TO DATE: $750,450.00
Lt. Laurie L. Beck

Federal Detainees- 16
Other- 1

March= $55,225.00 April= $70,556.00
July= $78,708.00
August= $75,359.00
November= $63,009.00

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COUNTY OF ROSCOMMON

500 Lake Street
Roscommon, Michigan 48653
Jodi L. Valentino, County Administrator/Controller
Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 989.275.7861

Fax: 989.275.3161

ADMINISTRATOR/CONTROLLER REPORT
FOR BOARD MEETING ON JANUARY 28, 2026

Lawsuit(s) update:
Opioid Suit:
Higgins Lake SAD:

Semack et al v Roscommon County et al

Karen Sulzman v Roscommon Drain Comm.
Demmer et al v Roscommon and Crawford BOC’s

Roscommon County et al v MDNR

HLPOA et al v Roscommon County

Opioid settlement expenditure
report due February 13, 2026.
No new updates
No new updates

Continued preparations for
pending trial date.

Court granted our motion to dismiss
the case. But did not award fees.
Plaintiff’s attorney stated he is likely
to appeal the decision.

Awaiting formal filing

This is the formal case for appeals
filed re: Special Assessment
District charges.

Legislative Update:
HB 5450 was introduced and proposes to amend the Food Law to prohibit a county, city,
village, or township from adopting a rule, regulation, code, or ordinance that imposes or
collects a fee, tax, or assessment for the operation of a mobile food establishment.

HB 4980 would amend the firearm licensure act allow individuals to apply for a concealed
pistol license in any county. The bill also would require the county clerk that issues an
individual a CPL, rather than the county clerk of the licensee’s county of residence (as
currently required), to notify the licensee that their CPL is about to expire and may be
renewed.

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Daily Work:
Coordinated and attended a meeting with NMCAC Executive Director Yuncker, Buildings
and Grounds Director Mann and IT Director Priest to review potential service agreements
and NMCAC needs once building sale is final.
Drafting of new union contracts including language updates

Two new slip and fall worker compensation claims, both with medical treatment sought; no
missed time from work.
Finalization of Qualified Unemployment totals; eligible employees will receive a separate
statement with their W-2’s that indicates their 2025 qualified overtime amounts.

Beginning review of 2025 fiscal year budget in preparation for final year end transfers and
adjustments, including journal entry corrections. As accruals are not fully compiled and
inputted until March 31st, there is always a potential for request for additional general fund
appropriation to be requested. I will communicate any potential issues to the Board as they
may appear.
Attended Savi Briefing for Michigan County Leaders on Student Loan Forgiveness online
training

Received notification from Denton Township that the split application submitted for the
purpose of swapping land with the DNR (re: Houghton Lake Control Structure access) was
not completed as requested due to a need for additional information and expired check. As
a reminder, this land split application was submitted in February 2025.
Began research into possible options for updating the Roscommon County Employee
Personnel Manual.

Completed quarterly MIDC grant submissions, fiscal year end MIDC grant submissions, 2nd
road patrol quarterly financials, and Ogemaw Quarterly billings.
Our office has been especially busy answering questions and assisting employees with
changeover re: health insurance.
We are on schedule to provide 1099’s and W2’s in compliance with federal and state
timelines

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2026 RULES OF ORDER
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ROSCOMMON COUNTY, MICHIGAN

STATEMENT
The Roscommon County Board of Commissioners assembles at least twice a month in order to
conduct the business of the County of Roscommon. This is the primary function of the Board of
Commissioners.
1. AUTHORITY
These rules are adopted by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Roscommon pursuant to
Section 46.11 of Act 156 of 1851 as amended.
2. MEETINGS
2.1 Organizational Meeting
The first meeting in each calendar year shall be the organizational meeting. The chairperson of the
board is elected in each odd year. In odd year the County Clerk (herein referred to as clerk) shall
preside. As the first item of business, the clerk shall administer the oath of office to the commissioners
if the oath has not previously been administered.
The second item of business in the odd year shall be the election of the chairperson. The clerk shall call
for nominations for the office of chairperson, and when nominations are closed by majority vote or no
other nominations are forthcoming, the clerk may receive written ballots from the members. If the
commissioners present do not cast a majority for one nominee, the clerk shall continue to preside until
a majority of commissioners elect one of its members to be chairperson.
The newly elected chairperson shall assume the meeting and proceed with the election of the vicechairperson, which shall be conducted by roll call vote. The election of the vice-chairperson shall be on
an annual basis.
The Board of Commissioners may proceed to other agenda items, as they shall decide.
2.2 Regular Meetings
By the last regular meeting in each calendar year, the Board of Commissioners shall establish its
schedule of regular meetings for the next year. The Board of Commissioners shall meet on the second
and fourth Wednesdays of each month. The exception to this will be the months of November and
December, where the board shall make changes as necessary. The regular board meeting will be
scheduled at 9 a.m., and the work session will be scheduled at 10:00 a.m. If any regularly scheduled
meetings fall on a legal holiday, the board may meet on the first available business day before or after
that is not a holiday. The statutory meetings that are also required will be posted on the board calendar.
2.3 Special Meetings
The Board of Commissioners may meet in special session upon notification provided to the clerk by
the chairperson or vice-chairperson, in the absence of the chairperson. The notification for a special
meeting shall specify the time, date, place, and purpose of the meeting. Notice shall be given as
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provided in Rule 3.3. The chairperson or vice-chairperson must also contact all other board members
and at least the majority of those elected and serving must be able to attend.
2.4 Emergency Meetings
Emergency meetings of the Board of Commissioners may be held only with the approval of two- thirds
of the members of the board. Also, an emergency meeting may be called only if delay would threaten
severe and imminent danger to the health, safety, and welfare of the public, and when a meeting of the
Board of Commissioners can have an impact on the emergency. A meeting is defined as an emergency
meeting only if it must be held before public notice, as provided in the Open Meetings Act.
2.5 Place of Meetings
Meetings of the Board of Commissioners shall be held in the commissioner’s meeting room unless
public notice of the meeting states a different location or is changed by board resolution. Meetings
shall be available on the county website to watch via YouTube. Whenever the regular meeting place of
the Board of Commissioners appears inadequate for members of the public to attend, the chairperson
may change the meeting location to a larger facility within the county. A notice of such change shall be
prominently posted at the public entrance of the county municipal complex, the entrance of the regular
meeting place, and on the county website. The clerk shall also give notice of the change in the meeting
place to the newspaper approved for printing, if time permits.
2.6 Time of Regular Meetings
The time of the regular meetings shall be stated in the regular schedule of meetings adopted under Rule
2.2. In the event evening meetings are scheduled, the board shall not begin to consider any matter on
the agenda that is not yet under consideration by the time of 9:00 p.m., except with the unanimous
consent of the members present. Matters on the agenda and not yet acted upon at the time of
adjournment will be placed on the agenda of the next regular meeting or special meeting if one is
called.
2.7 Changes in Schedule
Change in the regular meeting schedule shall not be made except upon the approval of a majority of
those elected & serving. In the event the board shall meet, and a quorum is not present, the board, with
the approval of those present, may adjourn the meeting to a later day and time, provided that proper
notice to members and the public is given.
2.8 Open Meetings Act
The business, which the Board of Commissioners may perform, shall be conducted at a public meeting
of the board, held in compliance with the Act. No. 267 of the Public Acts of 1976, as amended, being
sections 15.261 to 15.275 of the Michigan Compiled Laws (M.S.A. 4.1800(11) – 4.1800(25)) and
Public Act No. 528 of 2012. Amended December 28, 2012, under 2012 Public Act 528; Amended
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2.9 Adjourned Meetings
Any regular or adjourned meeting of the Board of Commissioners that falls on a legal holiday shall
automatically be set over to the next non-holiday weekday at the same time and place, unless the board,
in session, determines otherwise.
3. PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETINGS
The clerk shall provide the proper notice for all meetings of the Board of Commissioners. Such notice
shall include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following a
3.1 Regular Meetings
Posting a notice within 10 days after the first meeting of the board in each calendar year, indicating the
date, time, and place of the board's regularly scheduled meeting.
3.2 Schedule Change
Whenever the board shall change its regular schedule of meetings, a posting of notice of the change
within three days following the meeting in which the change was made shall be posted at the main
entrance of the county municipal complex and on the county website.
3.3 Special and Emergency Meetings
If the board shall schedule a special meeting under Rule 2.3 or an emergency meeting under Rule 2.4,
notice of such meeting shall be posted immediately, and delivery of the notice to the residence of each
commissioner shall be made by personal delivery, facsimile transmission, email, or telephone. In the
case of a special meeting, notification must take place at least eighteen (18) hours prior to the time of
the meeting. However, if a public body holds an emergency public meeting that does not comply with
the 18-hour posted notice requirement, it shall make paper copies of the public notice for the
emergency meeting available to the public at that meeting. The notice shall include an explanation of
the reasons that the public body cannot comply with the 18-hour posted notice requirement
3.4 Notification to Media and Others
The clerk shall notify, without charge, any newspaper, radio, or television station of the board's
meeting schedule, schedule changes, or special or emergency meetings whenever such newspaper,
radio, or television station has filed with the clerk a written request for such notice. Individuals or
organizations wishing to receive notice of posted Board of Commissioners meetings may sign up for
email notification at www.roscommoncounty.net
3.5 Notification to Media
No individual BOC may notify or request media on behalf of the board without prior approval of the
majority of those elected and serving on the board.
3.6 Notification on County Website
Public notice stating the date, time, and place of any regular, special or emergency meeting shall be
posted at least 18 hours before the meeting and on the official county website that is fully accessible to
the public.

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4. QUORUM, ATTENDANCE, CALL OF THE COUNTY BOARD
4.1 Quorum
A majority of the Board of Commissioners, elected and serving, shall constitute a quorum for the
transaction of ordinary business of the board.
4.2 Attendance
No member of the board may absent himself or herself without first having notified the chairperson of
his or her intent to be absent from a scheduled meeting. By oath of office, members are required to
attend all meetings unless properly excused.
5.0 AGENDA FOR WORK SESSIONS AND REGULAR MEETINGS
The board secretary, after first reviewing pending matters and requests, shall prepare a draft of the
agenda of business for all regularly scheduled commission meetings and work sessions. The
chairperson shall review and add items, as he/she considers proper. Any commissioner or chairperson
of a committee, board, or other commission of the county, desiring to place a matter on the work
session agenda, shall notify the board chairperson of such item by 4:00 p.m. on the Tuesday of the
week before the next regular meeting of the board. All materials that will be discussed must be given
to the board secretary so they can be placed in the board packet no later than Thursday at 12:00
pm. There may be times when the work session is full, or other matters are pressing, and the matter
may have to be placed on a future work session. However, any board member may request that the
chairperson add an agenda item under Unfinished/New Business before or during the regular meeting
agenda approval process. Under New Business, the chairperson will have the discretion to decide
whether the topic can be added at the present meeting or if discussion should be on the next available
work session.
5.1 Agenda for Special Meetings
Whenever the board is called into session pursuant to Rule 2.3, the agenda may be included in the
notice of the meeting, and no other matter shall be considered except when all members are present and
a majority concurs.
5.2 Distribution of Agenda and Materials
Upon the completion of the agenda, the board secretary shall immediately distribute copies of the
agenda together with copies of reports, explanations, etc. (board packets) which relate to the matters of
business on the agenda via e-mail or a printed copy upon request of any commissioner. Commissioners
shall be entitled to receive all materials no later than the Friday prior to the day of the meeting by
12:00 p.m. The agenda should also be posted on the county website by 4:00 pm on the Friday prior to
the meeting. All materials must be included in the board packet in order to be on the agenda,
including all Work Session and Consent Agenda Items. If materials are not received, it will be at
the discretion of the chairperson to determine if the item will have to be placed on a future
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5.3 Order of Business
The agenda shall be arranged in the following order:
1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of the Agenda
5. Approval of the Consent Agenda (Minutes, Claims & Accounts, Class A’s, Correspondences,
Monthly Dept. Reports, Controller Report, Clerk Report 6. Public Comment – Agenda Items
Only Please limit to 5 minutes/person 7. Visitors 8. Unfinished Business 9. New Business 10.
Motions/Resolutions 11. Committee Reports 12. Department head Comment- Please limit to 5
minutes. 13. Public Comment – Please limit to 5 minutes 14. Board Comment – Please limit to 5
minutes/person 15. Adjournment.
5.4 Consent Agenda
At a meeting of the commissioners where a consent agenda has been prepared, the board, upon the
motion of a commissioner, shall vote on the approval of the matters included under the consent
agenda. Before putting the question to the commissioners, the chair shall permit the commissioners to
remove from the consent agenda those items on which they have questions or wish to debate. The
chair shall then direct the clerk to remove such matters and place them in their usual place on the
meeting’s agenda. A vote shall not be required to remove a matter from the consent agenda.
5.5 Public Comment
During public comment, an opportunity shall be afforded to any member of the general public in
attendance to deliver his/her comments to the Board of Commissioners. These comments will be
limited to a maximum of five minutes unless extended by the chairperson. Comments should be made
directly to the board. Discussions within the audience during the public comment section of the agenda
are expressly forbidden unless solicited by the chairperson. No Individual Board Comments will be
allowed during this time. The Chairperson shall call to order any person who is being disorderly by
failing to be germane, by speaking longer than the allotted time, or by using vulgarities.
5.6 Board Comments
Each board member will be allowed to make a statement on their behalf, limited to 5 minutes. This
time will not be allowed to be used for discussion with the public, debating, accusations, or review of
any employee performance, or questioning someone’s character. Words like conspiracy, corrupt, cover
up, etc., will not be tolerated from any board member as they are accusatory in nature and deemed as
disorderly conduct. Moderation will be at the sole discretion of the chairperson.
6. CONDUCT OF MEETINGS
6.1 Chairperson
The person elected chairperson by the Board of Commissioners shall preside at all meetings of the
board. In the absence of the chairperson, the person elected vice-chairperson shall preside. If neither
the chairperson nor the vice-chairperson is present, the meeting will be rescheduled.
6.2 Authorization Authority
The chairperson of the Board of Commissioners is the designated signatory of the county. However, if
the chairperson is unable to do so because of illness or other exigency, which, in the opinion of the
board, prevents the chairperson from performing the function of the office, the vice-chairperson will
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then become the designated signatory of the county. In the case where both the chairperson and the
vice-chairperson are unable to carry out these duties, the board may designate one (1) member to affix
his/her signature to contracts, bonds, and other documents requiring the signature of the chairperson.
6.3 Duties of the Chairperson
The chairperson shall have, in addition to any duties elsewhere herein contained, the following duties:
a. The chairperson shall be the agent for the Board of Commissioners in the signing of
contracts, orders, resolutions, determinations, and minutes of the board, and in the
certification of the tax rolls.
b. The chairperson shall serve in such capacities and make appointments as the law shall
require.
c. The chairperson, for the purposes of representing the county in various functional or
ceremonial capacities, shall be considered as the Chief Elected Official of the County.
d. The chairperson, with the advice of the vice-chairperson, shall appoint all committees of
the Board of Commissioners and shall name members of the committees.
e. The chairperson, when appropriate, shall refer matters coming before the board to one of
the committees of the board. The chairperson shall arbitrate all jurisdictional disputes
between the committees.
f. The chairperson shall oversee the preparation of the agenda. In the absence of the
chairperson, the Vice Chair will oversee the preparation of the agenda
g. The vice-chairperson, in the absence of the chairperson, shall have the authority to
execute all the chairperson’s responsibilities as outlined above, in “a – f”.
6.4 Form of Address
Board members wishing to speak shall first obtain the approval of the chairperson, and each person
who speaks shall address the chairperson. Other persons at the meeting shall not speak unless
recognized by the chairperson. There will be no back and forth between board members. Once the
chairperson has been addressed, each board member will be allowed to speak before speaking a second
time.
6.5 Disorderly Conduct
The chairperson shall call to order any person who is being disorderly by speaking or otherwise
disrupting the proceedings, by failing to be germane, by speaking longer than the allotted time, or by
using vulgarities. Such a person shall thereupon be seated until the chairperson has determined whether
the person is in order. If a person so engaged in presentation shall be ruled out of order, he or she shall
not be permitted to speak further at the same meeting except upon special leave by the Board of
Commissioners. If the person continues to be disorderly and to disrupt the meeting, the chairperson
may order the Sergeant at Arms to remove the person from the meeting. No person shall be removed
from a public meeting except for an actual breach of the peace committed at the meeting.
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7. RECORD OF MEETINGS
7.1 Minutes and Official Records
The clerk shall be clerk of the board and shall be responsible for maintaining the official record and
minutes of each meeting of the board. Prior board meeting minutes are to be presented at each board
meeting for approval. The minutes shall include all the actions and decisions of the board with respect
to all motions. The minutes shall include the names of the mover and seconder and the vote of the
commissioners. The record shall also state whether the vote was by voice or by roll call; when by roll
call, the record shall show how each member voted. The clerk shall maintain, in the office of the clerk,
copies of each resolution and ordinance or other matter acted upon by the board. The official minutes,
however, may refer to those matters by an identifying number and the descriptive title of the ordinance,
resolution, or other matter.
7.2 Electronic Streaming of Proceedings
Recorded proceedings of meetings shall be uploaded to YouTube and maintained pursuant to the State
of Michigan Retention and Disposal Schedule.
7.3 Record of Discussion
The clerk shall not be responsible for maintaining a written record or summary of the discussion or
comments of the board members, nor of the comments made by members of the public.
7.4 Requests for Remarks to Be Included
Any commissioner may only have his or her comments printed as part of the official record by
requesting and receiving consent of the board. Comments to be included in the record shall be provided
in writing by the member prior to the meeting.
7.5 Public Access to Meeting Records
The clerk shall make available to members of the public the records and minutes of the board meetings
in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act. Board minutes, prepared but not approved by the
board, shall be available for public inspection not more than eight business days following the meeting.
Minutes approved by the board shall be available within five business days of the meeting at which
they were approved. The board shall also promptly mail copies of minutes to persons who have
subscribed and paid the fee therefor, as determined by the Board of Commissioners.
8.0 COMMITTEES
8.1 Appointment
Each year at the organizational meeting, the chairperson shall appoint commissioners to serve on
assigned standing committees.
8.2 Committee Chairperson
The name of the person serving as chairperson of each committee shall be listed first on the
committee’s roster. In the absence of the committee chairperson, the person listed next shall assume the
duties of the position.
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8.3 Standing Committees and Responsibilities
The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to add, delete, and amend the existence of any
committee of the board. Public notice of committee meetings shall be given in accordance with the
Open Meetings Act. Each committee shall thoroughly investigate any matter referred to it by the board
or board chairperson, and shall require the committee chairperson to report the committee’s
recommendation to the full board during his/her commissioner report. Upon the motion of any board
member and approval by a majority of the board, the board may discharge a committee from further
consideration of any matter.
8.4 Committee Meetings
A majority of the members of a committee shall constitute a quorum. Each committee, whether it
consists of a majority of the county board or not, shall consider its meetings as being subject to the
Open Meetings Act. Exceptions to holding its meetings open to the public shall be specified in the
Open Meetings Act or decisions of the state courts.
Each committee shall maintain a written record of its meetings and shall deliver such record to the
county clerk’s office. The county clerk’s office shall maintain a separate file for each committee. The
record of each committee meeting shall include at least the following: the date and place of the
meeting, members attending, and the vote of each on any action relating to an ordinance, resolution,
appointment, or election of an officer that the committee has approved. Committee votes on other
matters must be included as part of the meeting record upon the demand of one-third of the committee
members. It is the duty of the commissioner to make sure that the Clerk has a copy of all meeting
minutes from each committee. These minutes should be given to her at the beginning of each board
meeting. Such a meeting record shall constitute a public record in the meaning of the Freedom of
Information Act, and shall be made available to any person as required by law.
8.5 Exercise of Governmental Function
A committee shall not exercise a governmental function as defined by the Open Meetings Act in a
meeting not open to the public unless the Open Meetings Act permits the action to be considered in
closed session, closed to the public. The responsibility of each committee is to make recommendations
to the Board of Commissioners and to report matters considered and rejected, as well as those
considered and recommended.
8.6 Work Sessions
Whenever the board shall meet in "work sessions," the board shall meet as a committee of the whole.
Work sessions shall conform to the requirements of the Open Meetings Act with respect to public
notice except when the board shall devolve into a workshop meeting at one of its regular meetings. The
rules of the Board of Commissioners shall be observed in work sessions as far as they are applicable,
except with respect to limiting debate, moving to vote immediately, and taking a roll call vote. All
motions and resolutions must be presented at a work session. A motion must have at least the support
of 2 board members to be placed on the agenda in 2 weeks. A resolution that is being discussed must
have the general consensus of the board to be placed on the agenda in 2 weeks. Exceptions to this are at
the discretion of the chairperson and vice chairperson for time-sensitive matters.
9.0 CLOSED SESSIONS
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9.1 The vote to hold a closed session shall be recorded in the minutes of the meeting at which the
decision was made.
9.2 The Board of Commissioners may meet in closed session, closed to members of the public, upon
the motion of any member and roll call approval by two-thirds of the members for the following
purposes:
9.2.1 To consider the purchase or lease of real property, until an option to purchase or lease that
property is obtained.
9.2.2 To consult with its attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with specific
pending litigation, but only when an open meeting would have a detrimental financial effect on the
litigating or settlement position of the county board.
9.2.3 To meet with an attorney to consider the attorney’s written opinion.
9.2.4 To review the specific contents of an application for employment to a county position, and the
applicant requests that the application remain confidential. Whenever the board meets to interview an
applicant, the meeting shall be open to the public.
9.3 The board may also meet in closed session for the following reasons without the requirement of a
two-thirds vote:
9.3.1 To consider the dismissal, suspension, or disciplining of, or to hear complaints or charges
brought against, or to consider a periodic personnel evaluation of a public officer, employee, staff
member, or individual agent if the named person requests a closed hearing. If the person rescinds
his/her request for a closed hearing, the matter at issue shall thereafter be considered only in open
public meeting.

9.3.2 To consider the strategy connected with the negotiation of a collective bargaining agreement.
9.4 Closed Session Minutes
For each executive meeting, the clerk shall make a separate record of the topics discussed. This record
shall not be disclosed to the public except upon the order of a court. The clerk will destroy the minutes
one year and one day after the meeting at which the board voted to hold the closed session.
9.5 Closed Session Attendance
The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to request the attendance of any person(s) that the
board may believe could contribute to the purpose of the closed session.

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10. MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
10.1 Statement by Chairperson, Motions, and Resolutions
No motion or resolution shall be voted on until the presiding officer states the motion. All motions,
except procedural motions and resolutions, may be required to be in writing upon the demand of any
member. A request to recess for the purpose of writing out a motion or resolution shall be in order.
10.2 Temporary Suspension of the Rules
These rules may be suspended temporarily at any time by a vote of two-thirds of the members elected
and serving to achieve any legal objective of the board in a legal manner.
10.3 Appeal Rulings of the Chairperson
Any commissioner may appeal the ruling of the chairperson. On all appeals receiving a second, the
question shall be "Shall the decision of the chairperson stand as the decision of the Board of
Commissioners?"
11. VOTING
11.1 Abstaining from Voting
Whenever a question is put by the chairperson, every commissioner present shall vote on the question.
No member present shall abstain from voting “yes” or “no” unless excused by a majority of those
present.
11.2 Roll Call Votes
The names and votes of commissioners shall be recorded on board actions to adopt final measures such
as ordinances, resolutions, funding issues, appointment or election of officers, etc. The election of the
board chairperson may be by secret ballot with the approval of a majority of commissioners present.
Upon the demand of one-fifth of the commissioners, a roll call vote shall be taken on other motions and
actions.
11.3 Votes Required
A majority of the members elected and serving shall be required for final passage or adoption of a
measure, resolution, or allowance of a claim.
12. PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY
Robert’s Rules of Order (Newly Revised) shall govern all questions of procedure not otherwise
provided by these rules or by state or federal law. The office of the clerk shall serve as the board's
parliamentarian and shall advise the presiding officer regarding rules of procedure.
13. INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF ADMINISTRATIVE RESOLUTIONS
13.1 Definition
Any action regarding the operation or administration of a department of the county government or
containing policies of the Board of Commissioners applicable to one or more departments of the
county, and not adopted as an ordinance, shall be declared administrative policy.
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13.2 Introduction
Any commissioner may introduce an administrative resolution at any regular or special meeting of the
Board of Commissioners in the regular order of business.
13.3 Order for Consideration
The regular order for consideration of proposed administrative resolutions shall be:
• Introduction, first reading by title, and reference to the appropriate committee, as
determined by the board chairperson.
• Report by the committee considering the proposal and placement on the agenda under new
business – adoption of resolutions. •
Final consideration and vote.
13.4 Form
Each administrative resolution shall conform to the form required for introduction and adoption.
13.5 Committee Review I could use some help rewording this if necessary.
The chairperson of the Board of Commissioners shall refer all proposed administrative resolutions to
an appropriate committee of the board. The committee shall review the proposal and invite affected
departments of the county to comment and offer explanations. The committee, in its report, shall
include a summary of the comments and objections to the resolution. Any administrative resolution
reported without recommendation shall automatically lie on the table until ordered removed by the
board.
13.6 Adoption
The Board of Commissioners may adopt the committee recommendation or refer the report to the
committee of the whole, where further consideration can be given. On the final adoption of a proposed
amendment, the vote shall be taken by roll call, or in accordance with Rule 11.3. A majority of the
commissioners elected and serving shall be required for adoption, unless a statute requires a larger
number of votes to adopt the policy.
13.7 Board Orders and Records
Every order, resolution, and determination of such Board of Commissioners, made in pursuance of
Public Act 156 of 1851 as amended, shall be recorded in the records of such board, and signed by the
chairperson and the clerk of such board.
13.8 Notification
Upon the final adoption of an administrative resolution, the clerk shall notify each county department
head of the board's action. Such notification shall be by title or summary. The clerk shall make
available a copy of the full administrative resolution
13.9 Record of Administrative Resolutions
The clerk shall keep a copy of each administrative resolution of the board in a separate file or book
with appropriate subcategories according to subjects covered. The record of each administrative
resolution shall provide the date of adoption.
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14. ADOPTION AND AMENDMENT OF BOARD RULES
These rules, having been adopted by not less than a majority of all the members of the Roscommon
County Board of Commissioners elected and serving, may be amended or rescinded by a majority vote
of all the commissioners elected and serving. They shall remain in effect until amended or rescinded.
Any proposed amendment to these rules, properly presented to the Board of Commissioners, shall take
immediate effect when adopted, unless the board, at the time of adoption, stipulates otherwise. These
rules shall be reviewed at the beginning of each calendar year.
Original 4/11/07
Revised 2/25/09
Revised 1/22/10
Revised 1/15/13
Revised 1/14/15
Revised 1/13/21
Revised 1/26/22
Revised 2/08/23
Revised 1/24/24
Revised 1/08/25
Revised 2/26/25
Revised 1/14/26

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COUNTY OF ROSCOMMON
BUILDING EMERGENCY AND
CATASTROPHIC WEATHER CLOSURE POLICY

General Provisions
A. Purpose and Objectives:
It is the purpose of this policy to outline procedures for those times that County facilities
will be closed due to catastrophic weather and building emergencies. Roscommon
County recognizes that no policy can cover every potential situation, so this policy
provides generalized guidelines based on the need to maintain the health and safety of
Roscommon County personnel and the public we serve. While it is the intent of
Roscommon County to make every effort to remain open during scheduled business
hours, it is recognized that some emergencies may warrant office closure.
B. Statutory Authority
The Board of Commissioners may establish rules and regulations to manage the interest
and business of Roscommon County under Public Act 156 of 1851 (46.11). The County
Administrator/Controller, through the authority of Public Act 156 of 1851 (46.13b), is
custodian of and has charge of the operation, maintenance and repairs of the county,
including any power, heating or lighting in connection therewith.
C. Application
This policy applies to all Roscommon County employees, elected officials and
department heads unless statute or collective bargaining agreement indicates otherwise.
This policy is intended to address those emergency closures that are 24 hours or less in
duration.
D. Definitions
1. Adverse Weather: Weather events that do not call for cancellation of daily
government business, but may call for allowing employees to be authorized to remain
home or arrive late, using leave time or being authorized to work additional hours to
cover their absence.
2. Building Emergencies: Immediate public health and safety concerns including
any condition that disrupt normal county facility operations or creates an unsafe
environment for employees or the public. These conditions may involve fire,
heating system failures, flooding, electrical or structural damage, loss of water
service, or any other incident that renders a county facility partially or fully
inoperable.
3. Catastrophic Weather: Any set of weather-related circumstances that would make
travel to and from county facilities extremely hazardous or perilous to the health and
safety of employees and/or citizens, or that would otherwise convince a reasonable
person to avoid traveling to county facilities.

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BUILDING EMERGENCY AND
CATASTROPHIC WEATHER CLOSURE POLICY

4. Essential Employee: Individuals whose duties directly support the public’s health and
safety or are required to maintain critical county operations. This includes emergency
personnel and employees assigned to 24-hour-a-day operations. Their on-site presence is
necessary to ensure continuity of essential services and to meet operational needs during
emergencies or facility disruptions.
5. Non-Essential Employee: Individuals who are not required to work when an
authorized office closure is in effect. This group generally includes non-public-safety
personnel, general government employees, and court employees. While their duties do
not directly support public health and safety during emergencies, some non-essential
employees may still be required to report to work or perform duties remotely,
depending on the nature and operational needs of the closure.

6. Funding Unit: Refers to the County of Roscommon, who provides governmental
oversight and monetary support to all departments as outlined in state statutes.
II.

Procedure
1. The potential risk, liability and safety of employees and the public will be weighed
against the required operations of all county facilities, including but not limited to
court schedules, tax collection, dates of compliance and elections, prior to closure
decisions.
2. The decision to reduce or close all or part of a Roscommon County service facility for
reasons of catastrophic weather or building emergencies will be made by the
Administrator/Controller or designee, as authorized by the Roscommon County
Board of Commissioners. Closure determinations will be made with direct input from
the Emergency Manager and/or Director of Building and Maintenance as
applicable. The Chairperson, or in his/her absence, the Vice-Chairperson, will be
notified immediately of closure status by the Administrator/Controller.
3. Upon determining that a reduced work day or full closure is necessary, the
Administrator/Controller will promptly inform the following individuals both through
text and phone if text is not received/replied to: All Board of Commissioners, Court
Administrators, Mapping Information Systems Director, Building and Maintenance
Director, Emergency Management and Sheriff. These individuals have direct
responsibilities associated with building closures and must be notified as soon as the
decision is made.

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COUNTY OF ROSCOMMON
BUILDING EMERGENCY AND
CATASTROPHIC WEATHER CLOSURE POLICY
4. The current emergency alert system will be utilized to contact all Department
Heads regarding building closures. Department Heads will be required to
acknowledge receipt with a response. The Administrator/Controller or designee will
then contact any and all non-responding department heads. Notification of closure
will be posted on the County web site, County Facebook page and facility public
entrances.
5. Department Heads will be responsible for notifying their direct reports and/or
departments of building closure. It is the responsibility of the employee to provide at
least one working phone number to be listed with their department head.
6. The County recognizes that some departments overseen by elected officials have the
authority to enact department closures separate from the funding unit. In the event
that an elected official opts to cease or cancel departmental operations separate from
the funding unit, courtesy notification should be provided to the Administration
office.
III.

Adverse Weather and Employee Attendance
1. Adverse weather events typically do not result in closure of County facilities.
However, it is recognized that, based on individual circumstances, adverse weather
may impact an employee’s ability to report to work in a timely fashion. Any
employee who believes that reporting to work during adverse weather conditions
would pose a risk to their safety should immediately contact their department head.
2. Employees not reporting to work or reporting late for work due to adverse weather
will not be disciplined if proper call in procedures and arrangements are made with
their department head. Please refer to department specific procedures.

IV.

Employee Pay/Leave
1. If the funding unit determines that Roscommon County facilities must be closed
due to weather conditions or building-related emergencies, non-essential
employees who are unable to work as a result of the closure will be compensated
for their scheduled shift.
Essential employees who are required to work on the date of the closure shall
receive time-and-one-half for all hours worked between 12:00 a.m. and 11:59
p.m. on the actual date of the closure.
2. Employees who were previously scheduled to be absent from work during the closure
of a County facility are considered to be unavailable to work and shall utilize leave
time regardless of the closing.

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BUILDING EMERGENCY AND
CATASTROPHIC WEATHER CLOSURE POLICY
3. The County acknowledges that certain departments overseen by elected officials
have the authority to implement closures independently of the funding unit. If
the funding unit does not authorize a countywide closure and an individual
department is closed by an elected official, employees affected by that
departmental closure must use accumulated leave time or take unpaid leave.
When an elected official chooses to cease or suspend departmental operations
separate from the funding unit, a courtesy notification should be provided to the
Administration Office.

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UPDATED 1-14-2026

Roscommon County Board of Commissioners 2026 Committee Assignment List

Committee Name

Committee Type

Primary Appointee

Second/Alternate

Meeting Information

Meeting Location

911 Authority Board

Joint

KIM MORLEY

REX WOLFSEN

10:00 am the 2nd
Tuesday/month
EXCEPT Feb., April, June and
December

Roscommon County Municipal Center
Conference
Room #101

Airport

Advisory

DARLENE SENSOR

MARC MILBURN

10:00 am March 7, May 2, July
11, September 5 and December
5, 2024

Blodgett Memorial Airport Terminal

Animal Control

Advisory

DARLENE SENSOR

MARC MILBURN

10:00 am March 21, June 20,
Sept 19 and Dec. 19, 2024

Roscommon County Animal Shelter

AuSable Valley Watershed Zoning

Joint

REX WOLFSEN

DARLENE SENSOR

As scheduled by EGLE

As posted by EGLE

Budget and Finance

Advisory

COW

As Scheduled

Roscommon County Municipal Center

Buildings and Grounds

Advisory

REX WOLFSEN

MARC MILBURN

As Needed

Roscommon County Municipal Center

Central Michigan District Health Department (CMDHD)

Joint

KIM MORLEY

Marc Milburn

4:00 pm on the 4th
Wednesday/month

CMDHD Clare County

1:00 pm on the 3rd
Wednesday/month

Commission on Aging Administrative
Office

SHERIFF OFFICE

Collaborative Board
Commission on Aging

Joint

MARC MILBURN

REX WOLFSEN

Eastern Michigan Council of Government (EMCOG)

Advisory

JODI VALENTINO

ALL COMMISSIONERS 10:00 am 3rd Friday/month
DATE SPECIFIC

Economic Development-DISBANNING AS OF JAN 31, 2026

MARC MILBURN

KIM MORLEY

Last Thurs of Month

Houghton Lake Improvement Board

DARLENE SENSOR

MARC MILBURN

Feb. 13 Denton, April 17 Markey All meetings held at 7 pm
June 12 Rosc Twp, July 10
Denton, Aug. 14 Markey, Oct. 10
Lake
Twp

REX WOLFSEN

KIM MORLEY

12:00 pm 2nd Wednesday/month Roscommon County Municipal Center

Household Hazardous Waste

Advisory

As Posted
As posted 8 am

Conference
Room #101
Lake Level Management Planning Committee

Special

REX WOLFSEN

DARLENE SENSOR

As Needed

As Posted

LEPC/LPT Emergency Management

Standing

KIM MORLEY

REX WOLFSEN

10:00 am bi-monthly on the 3rd
Tuesday/month

Emergency Operations Center or
Conference Room
#101

Materials Management

Special

REX WOLFSEN

DARLENE SENSOR

To Be Determined

MI WORKS

Joint

DARLENE SENSOR

MARC MILBURN

10:30 am on the last
Friday/month

MI WORKS West Branch Office

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MSU Extension Advisory Council

Advisory

KIM MORLEY

REX WOLFSEN

As scheduled and posted: up to
six meetings per year

Virtual and in-person as posted

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health (NLCMH)

Joint

KIM MORLEY

AL CAMBRIDGE

2:15 pm on the 3rd
Thursday/month

Various NLCMH Departments as posted

Northern Michigan Counties Association

Joint

REX WOLFSEN

DARLENE SENSOR

9:45 am on the 3rd
Monday/month

Roscommon County Municipal Center
Comissioners
Meeting Room or Virtual

MARC MILBURN

NOT APPLICABLE

12:30 pm on the 3rd
Thursday/month

NMCAA Traverse City

As Needed

Roscommon County Municipal Center

Last Tues Jan., April., Sept., Nov.

10 am Gerrish Twp.

Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA) Joint
Opioid

JOINT

REX WOLFSEN

MARC MILBURN

Personnel and Labor

Advisory

DARLENE SENSOR

REX WOLFSEN

ALL COMMISSIONERS

Roscommon County Township Association

DATE SPECIFIC
Spongy (Gypsy) Moth

Advisory

KIM MORLEY

MARC MILBURN

As Needed

Roscommon County Municipal Center
Spongy Moth office

Substance Use Disorder

Advisory

DARLENE SENSOR

NOT APPLICABLE

10:00 am in Odd Months

Virtual and in-person at NMRS Gaylord,
MI

Veterans Affairs

NOT APPLICABLE

MARC MILBURN

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Roscommon County Board of Commissioners 2026 Committee Assignment List
Township Board Meetings

AuSable Township

Backus Township

Denton Township

Gerrish Township

Higgins Township

Lake Township

Lyon Township

Markey Township

Nester Township

District

Commissioner

N/A

Meeting Information

Meeting Location

District 3

Rex Wolfsen

Not Applicable

9:00 am on the 2nd
Saturday/month

9181 North Keno Road St. Helen, MI 48656

District 3

Rex Wolfsen

Not Applicable

7:00 pm on the 1st Monday/month 3888 South Maple Valley Road St. Helen, MI 48653

District 5

Darlene Sensor

Rec Wolfsen

4:00 pm on the 1 Wednesday of
Month

District 2

Kim Morley

Not Applicable

7:00 pm on the 2nd Tuesday/month 2997 East Higgins Lake Drive Roscommon, MI
48653

District 2

Kim Morley

Not Applicable

7:00 pm on the 1st Monday/month 700 South Fifth Street Roscommon, MI 48653

District 1

TBD

Not Applicable

7:00 pm on the 2nd Tuesday/month 1380 North Michelson Road Houghton Lake, MI
48629

District 1

TBD

Not Applicable

7:00 pm on the 3rd
Wednesday/month

District 1

TBD

Not Applicable

7:00 pm on the 2nd Monday/month 7400 East Houghton Lake Drive Houghton Lake, MI
48629

District 4

Marc Milburn

Not Applicable

7:00 pm on the 1st
Thursday/month

2565 South Gladwin Road Prudenville, MI 48651

7851 West Higgins Lake Drive Roscommon, MI
48653

7855 Maple Valley Road St. Helen, MI 48656

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Richfield Township

Roscommon Township

District 3

Rex Wolfsen

Not Applicable

6:00 pm on the 3rd Tuesday/month 1410 North St. Helen Road St. Helen, MI 48656

District 4

Marc Milburn

Not Applicable

7:00 pm on the 1st Tuesday/month

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8555 Knapp Road Houghton Lake, MI 48629

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2026 AIRPORT MEETING DATES
MEET AT THE AIRPORT
THURSDAY’S 8:30 AM
Commissioner Sensor/ Commissioner Milburn
January 8, 2026
March 5, 2026
May 7, 2026
September 3, 2026

2026 ANIMAL CONTROL DATES
MEET AT THE SHELTER
THURSDAY’S 8:30 AM
COMMISSIONER SENSOR/ COMMISSIONER MILBURN
MARCH 19, 2026
JUNE 18, 2026
SEPTEMBER 17, 2026
DECEMBER 17, 2026

2026 AUSABLE VALLEY
MEET AS NEEDED PER EGLE
COMMISSIONER SENSOR/ COMMISSIONER WOLFSEN

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2026 EMGOG DATES
ALL COMMISSIONERS TO TAKE A DATE
FRIDAY’S AT 10 AM
JANUARY 16: COMMISSIONER _______
MARCH 13: COMMISSIONER MORLEY
MAY 8: COMMISSIONER WOLFSEN
JULY 10: COMMISSIONER SENSOR
September 11: COMMISSIONER MORLEY
NOVEMBER 6: COMMISSIONER _________

2026 RTA MEETING DATES
THURSDAY’S AT 10 AM
JANUARY 22: Commissioner Wolfsen
April 16: COMMISSIONER SENSOR
SEPTEMBER 17: COMMISSIONER ___________
NOVEMBER 19: COMMISSIONER __________

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2026 HOUGHTON LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD
THURSDAY’S 7:00 PM
COMMISSIONER SENSOR
COMMISSIONER MILBURN (BACK UP)
FEBRUARY 12: DENTON TOWNSHIP
APRIL 23: MARKEY TOWNSHIP
JUNE 11: DENTON TOWNSHIP
JULY 9: ROSCOMMON TOWNSHIP
AUGUST 13: MARKEY TOWNSHIP
OCTOBER 8: LAKE TOWNSHIP

2026 MI WORKS
MEETS IN WEST BRANCH
FRIDAY’S 10 AM OR 10:30 AM
COMMISSIONER SENSOR
COMMISSIONER MILBURN (BACK UP)
JANUARY 30

FEBRUARY 27

MARCH 27

APRIL 24

MAY 29

JUNE 26

JULY 31

AUGUST 28

SEPT. 25

OCTOBER 30

NOVEMBER TBD

DEC. TBD

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