Macomb County public meetings in 2024

Human Services Board - Martha T. Berry

The Human Services Board will review financial reports, clinical data, and personnel updates. The board is scheduled to approve the 2025 meeting dates and evaluate the Director.

• Approval of batch invoices
• Review of Revenue & Expenses and Check Registers
• Approval of 2025 MTB HSB Board Meeting Dates
• Review of Union Summary and Personnel Report
• Director's Evaluation

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Sheriff Civil Service Commission will review and approve several personnel eligibility lists and the 2024 commission budget. The body will also consider new hires and approve payments for pre-employment evaluations.

• Review and approval of the 2024 Civil Service Commission budget
• Approval of eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, Law Enforcement Sergeant, and Lieutenant
• Approval of hires for Corrections Deputy, Dispatcher, and Deputy Recruit positions
• Payment of $600.00 to Ascension for four pre-employment physical evaluations
• Payment of $750.00 to Harold J. Love & Associates for a psychological evaluation

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the 2025 meeting dates and the 2024 budget. It also approved multiple eligibility lists for sheriff's office positions and authorized several hires and payments for pre-employment evaluations.

• Approved 2025 meeting dates (3-0)
• Approved 2024 Civil Service Commission budget (3-0)
• Approved Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Dispatch eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Deputy eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Law Enforcement Sergeant 1 permanent eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Sergeant eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Lieutenant eligibility list (3-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Full Board will consider multiple approval requests, including lease agreements and facility upgrades. Items include a $52,988.30 purchase of extra workstations and up to $55,000 for North lobby updates. The board will also vote on terminating a contract with Oakland Physicians Center and on new service contracts. Additional agenda items cover grant usage and upcoming budget meetings.

• Approve residential lease "A" (legal approval confirmed)
• Approve purchase of additional workstations for CMH Administration – $52,988.30
• Approve expenses not to exceed $55,000 for updates to the North lobby
• Approve immediate termination of the contract with Oakland Physicians Center dba Pontiac General Hospital
• Approve contracting with Bromberg & Associates, LLC for interpreter services for FY26 and FY27

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board approved all agenda items unanimously, including three residential leases, new workstations, lobby updates, and several service contracts. It also terminated a contract with Oakland Physicians Center and approved contracting with Easterseals of Michigan after a closed session.

• Approved residential leases A, B, and C (unanimous)
• Approved $52,988.30 for additional workstations (unanimous)
• Approved up to $55,000 for North lobby updates (unanimous)
• Approved immediate termination of contract with Oakland Physicians Center dba Pontiac General Hospital (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Bromberg & Associates for interpreter services FY26-FY27 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Lifeline for PERS services (unanimous)
• Approved contracts with 3 CCBHCs in Macomb (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Easterseals of Michigan (unanimous)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will hold its regular meeting on Dec. 17, 2024. Commissioners will vote on a motion to enter a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to hear and review a request for assistance. Afterward, they will vote to return to open session and discuss the 2025 schedule. The meeting will also include standard items such as adopting the agenda and approving minutes.

• Motion to meet in closed session to hear/review request for assistance
• Motion to return to open session after closed session
• Discussion of the 2025 schedule
• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of minutes

The Macomb County Veterans' Affairs Commission met on December 17, 2024, and approved the 2025 meeting schedule. No public participation or assistance requests were reviewed, and the board did not enter closed session. The meeting adjourned at 11:44 AM.

• Adopted meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from November 22, 2024 (motion carried)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (discussed and approved)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will review several high-value capital projects and contracts, including facility renovations and law enforcement services. The body is also considering multiple budget amendments and appointments to county boards and committees.

• Contract with Granger Construction Company for Central Intake and Assessment Center: $136,478,394
• Contract with Washington Township for Law Enforcement Services: $10,906,285
• Purchase from AV-Worx, LLC for COMTEC Video Wall Replacement: $2,930,853
• Contract with Bernco, Inc for Facilities & Operations and Purchasing Department Renovations: $1,869,000
• Cost Share Agreement for 32 Mile Road Bridge over Highbank Creek: $1,993,050 total cost

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners approved a $136,478,394 contract with Granger Construction for the Central Intake and Assessment Center (CIAC) project, along with numerous budget amendments and purchases for renovations, IT infrastructure, and software. The board also approved collective bargaining agreements with two sheriff's office unions, a $10.9M law enforcement contract with Washington Township, and several appointments to county boards.

• Approved $136,478,394 contract with Granger Construction for CIAC project (12-0)
• Approved $1,869,000 contract with Bernco for Facilities & Operations and Purchasing renovations (12-0)
• Approved $2,930,853 purchase from AV-Worx for COMTEC video wall replacement (12-0)
• Approved $515,091.81 purchase from Patagonia Health and MNJ Technologies for EHR software (12-0)
• Approved FOPLC collective bargaining agreement, 2025-2027 (11-1)
• Approved COAM collective bargaining agreement, 2025-2027 (11-1)
• Approved $10,906,285 contract with Washington Township for law enforcement services (12-0)
• Approved appointments to Friend of the Court, Zoological Authority, and Building Authority (12-0)

Board of Commissioners - Records and Public Safety Committee

The Records and Public Safety Committee will consider three department recommendations. These include a cost‑share agreement with Shelby Township for the Atos 911 Call Handling Project ($125,891 with an annual cost of $104,045) and a contract with Washington Township for law‑enforcement services valued at $10,906,285. The committee will also note several FY2025 budget amendments and collective bargaining agreements that were postponed from the Government Oversight Committee.

• Cost Share Agreement: Shelby Township – Atos 911 Call Handling Project ($125,891, annual $104,045)
• Contract: Washington Township – Law Enforcement Services ($10,906,285)
• FY2025 Budget Amendment: Sheriff Department – Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council Agreement ($575,800) (postponed)
• FY2025 Budget Amendment: Sheriff Department – Command Officers Association of Michigan Agreement ($162,700) (postponed)
• Collective Bargaining Agreements for Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council and Command Officers Association of Michigan (postponed)

The Records and Public Safety Committee recommended approval of a $10,906,285 contract with Washington Township for sheriff's law enforcement and school resource officer services (2025-2027), and a $125,891 cost-share agreement with Shelby Township for an Atos 911 call handling system. It also recommended approval of FY2025 budget amendments and collective bargaining agreements with the Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council and the Command Officers Association of Michigan, all passed with a 7-4 vote. The recommendations now go to the full Board of Commissioners.

• Recommended approval of Washington Township law enforcement contract ($10,906,285, 11-0)
• Recommended approval of Shelby Township Atos 911 cost-share agreement ($125,891, 11-0)
• Recommended approval of FOPLC collective bargaining agreement and budget amendment ($575,800, 7-4)
• Recommended approval of COAM collective bargaining agreement and budget amendment ($162,700, 7-4)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will review the 2024 third quarterly financial report and consider a $6.26 million budget amendment. The committee will also discuss a $136.48 million contract amendment for the Central Intake and Assessment Center and a $1.33 million bridge project.

• Budget Amendment: Finance Department - Various Revenue/Expense Items ($6,256,057)
• Contract: Granger Construction Company - Macomb County Central Intake and Assessment Center (CIAC) Capital Improvement Project – Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment #006 ($136,478,394)
• Contract: Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) - 26 Mile Road Pedestrian Bridge, Washington Township (Total Cost: $1,328,700; No Cost to County)
• 2024 Amended Macomb County Apportionment Report
• Treasurer's Office: Macomb County Cash Accounting and Receipting Policy

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee unanimously recommended approval of a $136,478,394 contract with Granger Construction for the Central Intake and Assessment Center project, and a $6,256,057 budget amendment for the Finance Department. It also recommended approving the 2024 amended tax apportionment report, a cash accounting policy, and an MDOT pedestrian bridge contract with no cost to the county. All recommendations passed 10-0 and will go to the full Board of Commissioners.

• Recommended $136,478,394 Granger Construction contract for CIAC (10-0)
• Recommended $6,256,057 FY2024 General Fund budget amendment (10-0)
• Recommended 2024 amended tax apportionment and millage rates (10-0)
• Recommended adoption of Cash Accounting and Receipting Policy (10-0)
• Recommended $1,328,700 MDOT pedestrian bridge contract, no cost to county (10-0)
• Received and filed 2024 Third Quarterly Financial Report (10-0)
• Received and filed 2024 Study Report for 2025 Equalized Values (10-0)
• Received and filed CIAC Dashboard Report for December 2024 (10-0)

Board of Commissioners - Public Services Committee

The Public Services Committee will consider several department recommendations, including waivers of waiting periods for re‑employment of retired Roads staff, a cost‑share agreement for the 32 Mile Road bridge over Highbank Creek, multiple substantial amendments to the Macomb Community Action Community Development Block Grant program, and a FY2024 budget amendment for a $362,081.27 defense‑industry grant.

• Waiver of waiting period for re‑employment of retired Roads Engineering Aide
• Waiver of waiting period for re‑employment of retired Roads Administrative Aide
• Cost‑share agreement for Richmond Township and Lenox Township 32 Mile Road bridge over Highbank Creek (Total $1,993,050; County $222,524)
• Substantial amendments to the Macomb Community Action CDBG program for FY 2019, 2020, 2022 and HOME‑ARP allocation
• FY2024 budget amendment: Planning & Economic Development – Defense Industry Grant $362,081.27

The Public Services Committee voted to recommend approval of a cost share agreement for the 32 Mile Road Bridge over Highbank Creek, with the county contributing $222,524 of the $1,993,050 total. It also recommended waiving waiting periods to rehire two retirees for the Department of Roads, and approved several budget amendments and CDBG plan changes. All recommendations will go to the full Board of Commissioners.

• Recommended cost share agreement for 32 Mile Road Bridge over Highbank Creek ($222,524 county cost) (11-0)
• Recommended waiver of waiting period to rehire Mike Papas as Engineering Aide III in Roads (11-0)
• Recommended waiver of waiting period to rehire Sue Van Steelandt as Administrative Aide in Roads (10-1)
• Recommended FY2024 budget amendment for MEDC Defense Industry Grant ($362,081.27) (11-0)
• Recommended CDBG plan amendments for ADA sidewalks, road projects, and HOME-ARP reallocation (11-0)

Board of Commissioners - Government Oversight Committee

The Government Oversight Committee will interview candidates for three advisory boards and consider contracts for employee assistance programs and police labor agreements. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss a confidential memo.

• Interviews for Friend of the Court Advisory Committee (2 vacancies)
• Interviews for Macomb County Zoological Authority (5 vacancies)
• Contract: Ulliance Employee Assistance Program ($106,000)
• FY2025 Budget Amendment: Sheriff Department FOPLC ($575,800)
• FY2025 Budget Amendment: Sheriff Department COAM ($162,700)

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Sheriff Civil Service Commission will review eligibility lists for multiple roles, including deputies and dispatchers. The body will also consider a request to promote a Sergeant 1 before the completion of probation and process various hiring and resignation forms.

• Request to promote from Sergeant 1 to Sergeant prior to completion of probation
• Review of eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, LE Sergeant 1, LE Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain
• Payment of $3,301.00 to Empco, Inc. for Sergeant 1 written exam
• Review of hiring and promotion forms for Gianna Currie, Evan Friese, Randy Smith Jr., Tyler Smith, and Cameron Wright
• Processing of resignation and retirement forms for Katelyn Demink, Jeffrey Vargo, and Daniel Zuchowski

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission unanimously approved a Sheriff's Office request to promote a Sergeant 1 to Sergeant before probation completion, contingent on Corporation Counsel and union agreement. The commission also approved several eligibility lists for corrections deputies, dispatchers, deputies, sergeants, lieutenants, and captains, and authorized testing for a Dispatch Supervisor 1 list. Additionally, it received and filed personnel actions, including promotions, hires, resignations, and retirements, and approved a $3,301 payment to Empco, Inc. for a written exam.

• Approved Sheriff's request to promote Sergeant 1 to Sergeant before probation completion, contingent on Corporation Counsel and union agreement (3-0)
• Approved Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Dispatch eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Deputy eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Dispatch Supervisor 1 eligibility list and began testing process (3-0)
• Approved LE Sergeant 1, LE Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain eligibility lists (3-0 each)
• Received and filed pre-employment physical/psychological evaluation requests for four candidates (3-0)
• Approved $3,301 payment to Empco, Inc. for Sergeant 1 written exam (3-0)

Board of Commissioners - Health and Human Services Committee

The Health and Human Services Committee is meeting to consider several budget amendments and a contract. These items involve grants for violence against women, nurse-family partnerships, and food programs.

• FY2024 Budget Amendment: Office of Senior Services DOJ Office on Violence Against Women Grant ($750,000)
• FY2025 Budget Amendment: Health MISD Great Parents Great Start Macomb Nurse-Family Partnership Grant ($45,000)
• Contract: Macomb Intermediate School District (MISD) Great Parents Great Start Macomb Nurse-Family Partnership Grant ($60,000)
• FY2024 and FY2025 Budget Amendments: Macomb Community Action Gleaners Kroger Program ($1,300 and $15,600)

Board of Commissioners - Internal Services Committee

The Internal Services Committee will consider a series of budget amendments and contracts for capital improvement projects, including facilities renovations, IT infrastructure, and equipment purchases. Items include a $2,930,853 purchase from AV‑Worx, LLC for a COMTEC video wall replacement and a $1,869,000 contract with Bernco, Inc. for facilities renovations. The committee will also review IT maintenance agreements totaling $129,761 and a Shelby Township application for an industrial facilities tax exemption.

• FY2024 Budget Amendment – Capital Improvement Fund for Facilities & Operations renovations ($750,000)
• FY2025 Budget Amendment – Capital Improvement Fund for Facilities & Operations renovations ($1,119,000)
• Contract with Bernco, Inc. – Facilities & Operations renovations ($1,869,000)
• Purchase: AV‑Worx, LLC – COMTEC Video Wall Replacement ($2,930,853)
• IT Maintenance Agreements for Q1 2025 – total $129,761 (BS&A Software, Core Technology, Workday, Inc.)

Older Adult Advisory Committee

The Older Adult Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda, approve the September 24, 2024 minutes, and hear a presentation from the Office of Senior Services on elder‑justice updates. Members will consider appointing a chair for the 2024‑2025 Social Isolation Study Subcommittee, set the January 2025 meeting schedule, and review the OAAC Action Item Tracker. The committee will also receive updates on Macomb County Department of Roads projects.

• Approval of minutes dated September 24, 2024
• Appointment of chair for the 2024‑2025 Social Isolation Study Subcommittee
• Adoption of the January 2025 meeting schedule
• Review of the OAAC Action Item Tracker
• Macomb County Department of Roads project updates

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board is meeting to approve several service contracts and a lease amendment. The board will also consider the employment contract for Traci Smith as CEO starting January 1, 2025.

• Contract for Traci Smith as MCCMH CEO beginning 1/1/2025
• Lease amendment for MCCMH WEST at 6555 15 Mile Road
• Contracts for behavioral health services with New Oakland Children and Family Services, CARE of Southeastern Michigan, and Gateway Pediatric Therapy, LLC
• Contracts for ABA services with Akoya Behavioral Health, Autism of America, Mercy Plus, and Positive Behavioral Supports
• Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Medicaid Verification Audit vendor

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Macomb County Veterans Service Commission meets on November 22, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, and a brief public participation segment. The primary action is a motion to enter closed session under the Open Meetings Act to hear and review a request for assistance, followed by a motion to return to open session. No other specific business items are listed.

• Motion to enter closed session to review a request for assistance
• Public participation limited to 5 minutes per speaker
• Motion to return to open session after closed session review

Human Services Board - Martha T. Berry

The Human Services Board is meeting to review clinical, financial, and personnel reports. The board will consider approving two policies regarding non-union paid time off for 2025.

• Approval of policies #HR 1300.07 and #HR 1300.07.25 regarding Non-Union Paid Time Off
• Approval of batch invoices
• Review of Henry Ford Agreement
• Review of Quality Assurance and Compliance Report
• Review of Union Summary and Personnel Report

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Full Board will adopt the agenda, approve the October 24 minutes, and consider budget amendments and purchases across multiple departments. Key decisions include police vehicle acquisitions, IT infrastructure upgrades, and large contracts for road projects and law‑enforcement services. The board will also adopt two ordinances and a comprehensive appropriations ordinance for FY 2025.

• Purchase: three Ford Police Interceptors AWD for Sheriff's Office ($135,423)
• Contract: Michigan Department of Transportation – 10 Mile Road improvements (Total $16,273,100; County $7,638,089)
• Contract: Macomb Township – Law Enforcement Services ($20,296,682)
• Budget amendment: Central Intake Assessment Center fiber optic backbone and cleaning service ($101,875)
• Ordinance 2024-05: FY 2025 Comprehensive General Appropriations Ordinance

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Sheriff Civil Service Commission will review and approve the 2024 budget. The body is also deciding on eligibility lists for several deputy and dispatcher roles and reviewing hiring recommendations.

• Review and approval of the 2024 Civil Service Budget
• Approval of eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, and Lieutenant
• Payment of $450.00 to Ascension for pre-employment physical evaluations
• Payment of $3,750.00 to Harold J. Love for pre-employment psychological evaluations
• Review of hiring recommendations for Kody Ernest, Jenna Peters, Randy Smith, and Tyler Smith

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Internal Services and Government Oversight Committees are reviewing several technology purchases and budget amendments. The body is also considering an ordinance regarding the forfeiture of retirement benefits.

• Maintenance Agreements for 1st Quarter 2025 ($3,723,633.04)
• Avigilon Access Control System purchase ($564,445)
• Parking Structure Upgrade via Traffic & Safety Control Systems, Inc. ($191,188)
• Iron Mountain Electronic Document Management Project ($125,000)
• Ordinance 2024-XX regarding forfeiture of retirement benefits

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees are meeting to consider various infrastructure contracts, budget amendments, and law enforcement service agreements. The body will review road projects with MDOT and several municipalities, as well as dispatch and police contracts for multiple townships and cities.

• MDOT contract for 10 Mile Road with a county cost of $7,638,089
• Law enforcement and dispatch contracts including Macomb Township ($20,296,682 for law enforcement)
• CDBG subrecipient agreements for projects in Center Line, Mount Clemens, New Baltimore, Richmond, Fraser, Harrison Township, and Macomb Township
• Purchase of a DJI Matrice 350 RTK Drone for Public Works ($51,870)
• Condemnation complaints for properties on Romeo Plank with total county costs between $130,000 and $218,267.14

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will adopt its agenda, approve the November 14 minutes, and discuss proposed FY2025 budget amendments. The amendments include multiple reductions across departments and new appropriations, notably a $5 million fund for a newly created Central Intake and Assessment Center. The meeting also includes public participation, correspondence review, and commissioners' comments.

• Appropriate $5 million to the newly created Central Intake and Assessment Center Fund
• Match Contract Services for the Board of Commissioners and Executive's Offices at $275,000
• Reduce Facilities and Operations Repairs & Maintenance budget by $285,500
• Transfer Finance Department's Contract Services budget to fund an Internal Control Review at $200,000 and increase the Annual Audit by $10,000
• Increase the Clinton River Watershed Council Appropriation to $22,530

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee is conducting a public hearing on proposed budgets for the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and specific Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds. The body will also review the FY 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and consider several department purchase and contract recommendations.

• Public hearing on proposed budgets for fiscal years ending September 30, 2025 and December 31, 2025
• Contract for Granger Construction Company regarding Martha T. Berry Upgrades (CIAC) for $4,923,202
• Contract for ABF Environmental for CIAC consulting services for $265,080
• Purchase of four police vehicles for the Sheriff's Office totaling $222,655
• Budget amendment and purchase for CIAC fiber optic backbone and cleaning for $101,875

Board of Commissioners - Health and Human Services Committee

The Health and Human Services Committee will review a budget amendment that raises revenue and expense projections by $1,350,051 for the Martha T. Berry program. It will also hear a proclamation awarding the 2024 Macomb County Pat Daniels Veteran of the Year and a third‑quarter report from Veterans Services. Additional agenda items include budget reviews for Veteran Services and the Martha T. Berry program.

• Budget amendment: increase revenue and expense projections by $1,350,051 for Martha T. Berry
• Proclamation awarding the 2024 Macomb County Pat Daniels Veteran of the Year
• Veterans Services third‑quarter report presented by Laura Rios
• Budget review of Veteran Services (Special Revenue Fund pages D‑40, 41)
• Budget review of Martha T. Berry (Budget Page E‑1)

Community Mental Health Board - Program and Budget Committee

The Program and Budget Committee is reviewing several service contracts and a lease amendment. The body is also considering the appointment of Traci Smith as CEO starting January 1, 2025.

• Contract for Traci Smith as MCCMH CEO beginning 1/1/2025
• Lease amendment for MCCMH WEST at 6555 15 Mile Road
• Contracts for behavioral health services with CARE of Southeastern Michigan and Gateway Pediatric Therapy, LLC
• Contracts for ABA services with Akoya Behavioral Health, Autism of America, Mercy Plus, and Positive Behavioral Supports
• Contract with New Oakland Children and Family Services (NOFS) for Mobile Crisis Services

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Macomb County Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will review budget proposals for Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Planning & Economic Development, the Department of Roads, and Non‑Motorized Trails. The committee will hear a presentation from the Clinton River Watershed Council and consider public feedback on the budget reviews. Commissioners will discuss the items before adjourning.

• Budget Review – Public Works (Budget Pages C-54, 55)
• Budget Review – Parks & Rec (Special Revenue Fund Page E-2)
• Budget Review – Planning and Economic Development (Budget Page C-48, Special Revenue Fund Pages D-27, 28)
• Budget Review – Department of Roads (Special Revenue Fund Pages D-42, 43, 44)
• Budget Review – Non‑Motorized Trails (Special Revenue Fund Page D-23)

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Sheriff Civil Service Commission will review eligibility lists for Deputy, Dispatch, and Corrections Deputy roles. The body will also process hire recommendations and termination filings for department personnel.

• Review and approval of Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, and Deputy eligibility lists
• Recommendation for hire of Easton Edgington, Deputy
• Payment of $300.00 to Ascension for pre-employment physical evaluations
• Payment of $750.00 to Harold J. Love for a pre-employment psychological evaluation
• Review of hire forms for Destiney Ritter, Jack Sheridan, and Ryan Zuzga

Materials Management Planning Committee

The Macomb County Materials Management Planning Committee will adopt its by‑laws and elect a chair, vice chair, and secretary. The meeting also includes an overview of the Materials Management Program and a public comment period. All items are routine procedural matters.

• Adoption of by‑laws
• Election of chair, vice chair, and secretary
• Overview of Materials Management Program
• Call for public comment
• Standard procedural agenda items

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The board will meet to conduct general business and hear public comment. The agenda includes a request to enter a closed session.

• Request to go into a closed session

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will consider a series of budget amendments, contracts, and cost‑share agreements covering information technology, public safety, road rehabilitation, and health initiatives. Key items include a $20,065,448 contract for the Central Intake and Assessment Center capital improvement project and a $3,936,268.05 contract for an Axon body‑worn and in‑car camera system. The board will also act on road rehabilitation cost‑share agreements totaling over $4 million and several IT and health‑related purchases.

• Contract: Granger Construction Company – Central Intake and Assessment Center Capital Improvement Project, $20,065,448
• Contract: Axon – Body Worn and In‑Car Camera System, $3,936,268.05
• Cost Share Agreement: City of Sterling Heights and City of Warren – 14 Mile Road rehabilitation (M‑53 to Hoover Road), total $2,205,970; County share $1,102,986
• Cost Share Agreement: Clinton Township and City of Roseville – 14 Mile Road rehabilitation (Kelly Road to M‑3), total $1,848,000; County share $924,000
• Budget Amendment: Information Technology Capital Improvement Plan – Accela Environmental Health Phase III, $45,659.47

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will consider several personnel matters, including eligibility lists for corrections deputies, dispatchers, and lieutenants. The commission will discuss accepting color‑vision test results from personal eye doctors. It will also review and approve two payment invoices for pre‑employment physical and psychological evaluations of deputy candidates.

• Discuss accepting color vision test from personal eye doctors
• Review and approve eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, and Lieutenant positions
• Receive and file hiring memos for Dispatchers Jamar Burroughs (effective Oct 21 2024) and William Forbes (effective Oct 19 2024)
• Approve payment of $150.00 to Ascension (invoice #551492) for Ryan Zuzga’s pre‑employment physical evaluation
• Approve payment of $750.00 to Harold J. Love (invoice #1996) for Jamar Burroughs’s pre‑employment psychological evaluation

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will review the FY2025 budget allocations for the Sheriff’s Office, E‑911 dispatch, Emergency Management, the Prosecuting Attorney, Community Corrections, and related revenue sources such as the Opioid Settlement Fund. The committee will also consider items on Federal Forfeitures, Forfeitures, Grants, and District Court witness fees. After the budget reviews, the committee will address correspondence and allow public participation.

• Sheriff budget – Pages C‑57‑60, Special Revenue D‑36‑37
• E‑911 Sheriff Dispatch budget – Special Revenue D‑38‑39
• Emergency Management budget – Pages C‑29‑30, Special Revenue D‑8‑10
• Prosecuting Attorney budget – Pages C‑50‑51
• Community Corrections budget – Special Revenue D‑6‑7

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings, authorize residential leases, and approve professional service agreements including a contract with Milliman and a master service agreement with Afia.

• Approval of CMH Full Board minutes from September 25 and October 9, 2024
• Approval of residential lease 'A' and 'B'
• Approval of renewal for sub-lease at MyCare North location
• Approval of Milliman engagement letter for FY24-FY25 ($20,000-$22,000)
• Approval of Afia (SimiTree) Master Service Agreement ($151,515.00)

Macomb Orchard Trail Commission

The Commission will review general trail updates, including restrooms and snow clearing. Members will also discuss recommended maintenance funding for the FY25 budget and set 2025 meeting dates.

• Trail updates regarding restrooms and snow clearing
• FY25 Recommended Budget Maintenance Funding
• 2025 Meeting Dates

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will review FY2025 budget items for a range of county offices, including the Clerk/Register of Deeds, Civil Service Commission, Elections, and various court programs. A letter from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services concerning the FY2025 Child Care Fund budget will also be considered. The meeting includes public participation and commissioners' comments before adjournment.

• Budget review – Clerk/Register of Deeds (Budget Page C-21)
• Budget review – Civil Service Commission (Budget Page C-20)
• Budget review – Elections (Budget Page C-28)
• Budget review – Concealed Pistol License (Special Revenue Fund Page D-5)
• Letter from MDHHS regarding FY2025 Child Care Fund budget approval

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will review budget allocations for Animal Control, Health & Community Services, the Health Department, Macomb Community Action, MSU Extension, and the Office of Senior Services.

• Review of Animal Control budget (Page C-16)
• Review of Health & Community Services budget (Page C-40)
• Review of Health Department budget (Pages C-37-39, D-13-16)
• Review of Macomb Community Action budget (Pages D-17-20)
• Review of MSU Extension budget (Pages C-46, D-21)

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee voted unanimously to receive and file budget review items for Animal Control, Health & Community Services, Health Department, Macomb Community Action, MSU Extension, and Office of Senior Services. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including adoption of the agenda and approval of prior minutes. No substantive decisions were made beyond the budget review acceptance.

• Adopted meeting agenda (13-0)
• Approved minutes from October 17, 2024 (13-0)
• Received and filed budget reviews for items 6a-6c (12-0)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will conduct budget reviews for four specific entities. The meeting includes opportunities for public participation regarding these agenda items.

• Budget review for Corporation Counsel
• Budget review for Ethics Board
• Budget review for Human Resources & Labor Relations
• Budget review for Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Macomb County Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will review a guaranteed maximum price amendment for the Central Intake and Assessment Center (CIAC) capital improvement project and other related contracts. The committee will also review budget pages for the County Executive, Finance, Equalization, Purchasing, and other departments.

• Contract: Granger Construction Company - CIAC Capital Improvement Project– Guarenteed Maximum Price Amendment #004 ($20,065,448)
• Contract: Intertek-PSI - Amendment #001 CIAC Project Roofing/Waterproofing (Not to Exceed $43,500)
• Purchase of Military Service Time: Erick Acre (36 months)
• 2024 Macomb County Apportionment Report
• Review of County Executive, Finance, Equalization, Purchasing, Appropriations, and Debt Service budgets

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will meet on October 15, 2024. It will move to a closed session, as allowed by the Open Meetings Act, to hear and review a request for assistance. After the closed session, the board will return to open session to continue business.

• Move that the Board meet in closed session to hear/review a request for assistance
• Public Participation limited to 5 minutes per speaker

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will conduct budget reviews for three specific areas. These reviews include Facilities & Operations, Information Technology, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Budget review for Facilities & Operations
• Budget review for Information Technology
• Review of the Capital Improvement Plan

Board of Commissioners - Health and Human Services Committee

The Health and Human Services Committee will consider a budget amendment and a contract for wastewater monitoring to track COVID-19. The committee will also review budget pages for Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse.

• Budget Amendment: $304,246 for SARS-CoV-2 Epidemiology – Wastewater Evaluation
• Contract: $1,197,271 with Aquasight for Wastewater Monitoring for COVID-19
• Review Budget: Community Mental Health (Page E-3)
• Review Budget: Substance Abuse (Page E-4)

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will adopt its agenda and approve the minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting. It will review and approve the 2024 budget for the commission. The commission will also consider eligibility lists and promotions for various law‑enforcement and corrections positions, and approve two vendor payments. Finally, the commission will receive and file termination and evaluation documents.

• Approve the 2024 Civil Service Commission budget (tabled from September 25, 2024)
• Approve payment to Ascension, invoice #550313 for $150.00 (pre‑employment physical for Jamar Burroughs)
• Approve payment to Harold J. Love & Associates, invoice #1986 for $750.00 (pre‑employment psychological for Jordyn Maletta)
• Review and approve eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, Sergeant 1, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain positions
• Receive and file termination form for Connie Rossman, Corrections Deputy (retired effective October 11, 2024)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will receive a presentation on the 2025 Executive Recommended Budget and Capital Plan from the Director of Finance. The committee will also review the 2024 Tri-County Summit Report.

• Presentation of 2025 Executive Recommended Budget and Capital Plan
• Review of 2024 Tri-County Summit Report

Community Mental Health Board - Program and Budget Committee

The Program and Budget Committee will vote on several lease and contract approvals. Items include two residential leases, a sub‑lease for the MyCare space, a Milliman engagement letter for $20,000‑$22,000, and an Afia (SimiTree) statement of work and master service agreement for $151,515. The committee will also consider approval of MISD Early On Preschool and Assessment Center Services.

• Approve residential lease "A" (legal approval required)
• Approve residential lease "B" (legal approval required)
• Approve renewal of sub‑lease for MyCare space at the North location (legal approval required)
• Approve Milliman engagement letter for FY24‑FY25, amount $20,000‑$22,000 (legal approval required)
• Approve Afia (SimiTree) SOW and Master Service Agreement, amount $151,515.00 (legal approval required)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board will meet to approve a cash settlement of $62,286,951 with the State of Michigan. The meeting includes a public hearing and the adoption of the agenda.

• Approval of $62,286,951 cash settlement payment to the State of Michigan
• Adoption of the meeting agenda
• Public hearing

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees will consider several road and public‑service agreements, including cost‑share projects on 14 Mile Road and a primary street maintenance deal with Sterling Heights. They will also review multiple contracts, notably a $3,936,268.05 purchase of Axon body‑worn and in‑car cameras. A closed‑session will address the Macomb County Prosecutor v. County Executive Supreme Court case.

• Municipal Primary Street Maintenance Agreement with City of Sterling Heights – County cost $78,545
• Professional Services Agreement for Complete Streets Guidelines – County cost $20,000 (total $65,000)
• Cost‑share agreement for 14 Mile Road rehab (Sterling Heights & Warren) – County cost $1,102,986 (total $2,205,970)
• Axon body‑worn and in‑car camera system contract – $3,936,268.05
• Kodify, LLC Software as a Service agreement – $114,840

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Internal Services and Government Oversight Committees are reviewing several IT contracts and budget amendments. The body is also considering an ordinance to establish Freedom of Information Act procedures and guidelines.

• Contract and budget amendment for Board of Commissioners Agenda Management System ($242,674)
• Ordinance 2024-XX to establish Freedom of Information Act procedures and guidelines
• Budget amendment for Health FY24 MDHHS Emerging Threats Grant ($2,838,658)
• Purchase for Accela Environmental Health Phase III ($45,659.47)
• Settlement agreement for Macomb County Circuit Court Case No. 21-2381-CZ

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will hold a public participation segment, then move to a closed session to hear and review a request for assistance. After the closed session, the board will return to open session to continue business. No other specific items are listed.

• Move to closed session to hear/review request for assistance
• Move to return to open session

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider and vote on its 2024 budget. Commissioners will review and approve eligibility lists for various law‑enforcement and corrections positions. The board will receive and file promotion, hiring, and termination forms for named staff members. The commission will also approve two payments totaling $1,050 for pre‑employment physical and psychological evaluations.

• Review and approve the 2024 Civil Service Commission budget
• Review and approve eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, Law Enforcement Sergeant 1, Law Enforcement Sergeant, Corrections Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain positions
• Approve promotions and hires for Darrell Babbitt Jr., Brandon Binion, Kevin Lagerquist, Ryan Ruttan, Jordyn Maletta, Aleksander Marek, Kyle Rickert, and Benjamin Vella
• Approve payment of $300 to Ascension for pre‑employment physicals (Invoices #549282 and #549886)
• Approve payment of $750 to Harold J. Love & Associates for a pre‑employment psychological evaluation (Invoice #1974)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Full Board will review and adopt minutes from prior meetings, including noting the canceled August 28 meeting. Members will consider and approve numerous contracts, leases, and service agreements that have been pre‑approved by legal. A key item is the approval of a $62,286,951 cash settlement payment to the State of Michigan. The board will also adopt the MCCMH 2025 budget and related voucher requests.

• Approve $74,359.60 3‑year Cloud Disaster Recovery contract with 11:11 via CDW
• Approve $233,609.08 3‑year Infrastructure as a Service contract with 11:11 via CDW
• Approve commercial lease for 19800 Hall Road, Clinton Township (2nd floor) with Thirty‑Fifth Macomb, LLC
• Approve payment of $62,286,951 cash settlement to the State of Michigan
• Approve MCCMH 2025 Budget, including interagency cash transfer agreements and service contracts

Older Adult Advisory Committee

The Older Adult Advisory Committee will review its second-quarter report and receive updates from the Board of Commissioners for July through September. The meeting includes a presentation on the Oakland Together Lifeline Pilot Program and a public participation period.

• Approval of June 25 and July 23, 2024 minutes
• Presentation: Oakland Together Lifeline Pilot Program
• OAAC 2024 Second Quarter Report
• BOC Monthly Updates: July - September 2024
• Correspondence: Macomb County Dept. of Roads Project Updates

The committee unanimously approved its 2024 Second Quarter Report and forwarded it to the Board of Commissioners. It also received and filed a presentation from Oakland County on the Lifeline Pilot Program, monthly updates, an action item tracker, and correspondence items. All votes were 10-0.

• Approved OAAC 2024 Second Quarter Report and forwarded to Board of Commissioners (10-0)
• Received and filed Oakland County Oakland Together Lifeline Pilot Program presentation (10-0)
• Received and filed BOC Monthly Updates July-September 2024 (10-0)
• Received and filed OAAC Action Item Tracker (10-0)
• Received and filed correspondence items: Macomb County Dept. of Roads updates and Macomb Daily article (10-0)
• Approved minutes from June 25 and July 23, 2024 (10-0)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget amendments, contracts, and agreements, including a $9,044,373 construction contract for the Central Intake and Assessment Center and a $534,481 builder's risk insurance policy for the same project. Additional items include storage‑room renovations, surveillance camera replacements, and multiple transportation‑related cost‑share agreements. The meeting also includes routine appointments, proclamations, and ordinance and resolution actions.

• Contract: Granger Construction Company – Central Intake and Assessment Center Capital Improvement Project (GMP Amendment 003) – $9,044,373
• Contract: Nickel and Saph. Inc. – Builder's Risk Insurance for the CIAC Project – $534,481
• Budget Amendment & Contract: Clerk's Office Storage Room Renovations – $1,127,833 (Bernco, Inc.)
• Budget Amendment & Purchase: External Surveillance Camera Replacement – $140,790 (Motor City Electric Technologies)
• Cost Share Agreement: Sterling Heights – Schoenherr Road Pedestrian Bridge Construction – $616,200 total; County cost not to exceed $300,000

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Committee will open the meeting, adopt the agenda, and then vote on moving to a closed session to hear and review a request for assistance. After the closed session, the board will return to open session before adjourning.

• Motion to hold a closed session to review a request for assistance
• Public participation segment
• Adoption of agenda and minutes

The Veterans Service Committee met and approved the agenda and prior minutes. The board entered closed session to review assistance requests, approving one case and reviewing one total. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from August 20 and 27, 2024 (motion carried)
• Moved to closed session to review assistance requests (motion carried)
• Approved one assistance case in closed session (no vote tally recorded)

Board of Commissioners - Public Services Committee

The Joint Records and Public Safety and Public Services Committees will consider a series of budget amendments, contracts, and agreements. Key items include a $4,015,000 MDOT Traffic Operations Center contract, a $3,613,317.63 AECOM traffic engineering agreement, and a $125,000 DTE electric use agreement. The committees will also review a $400,000 planning grant for the Utica Mixed Use Building project and other roadway and public safety expenditures.

• MDOT Traffic Operations Center Work FY2025 – Total $4,015,000; County Cost $803,000
• AECOM Great Lakes Inc. Traffic Operations Engineering Services – Total $3,613,317.63; County Cost $722,663.53
• DTE Electric Company – Wireline, Distribution Pole, Conduit and Trench Use – County Cost $125,000
• Mannik Smith Group – Roadway Soil Borings & Pavement Cores Geotechnical Services – County Cost $183,848
• Planning Grants Fund – EGLE Brownfield Redevelopment Grant for Utica Mixed Use Building Project – $400,000

The joint Records and Public Safety and Public Services Committees recommended approval of multiple contracts and agreements, including a $4,015,000 MDOT Traffic Operations Center contract, a $1,388,340.26 intersection reconstruction project, and several cost-share agreements with Sterling Heights and Macomb Township. The committee also recommended approving a $25,000 budget amendment for opioid use disorder medication in jails and a $400,000 brownfield redevelopment grant for the Utica Mixed Use Building Project. All recommendations passed unanimously (12-0) and will go to the full Board of Commissioners.

• Recommended MDOT Traffic Operations Center contract FY2025 ($4,015,000 total; $803,000 county) (12-0)
• Recommended AECOM Traffic Operations engineering contract ($3,613,317.63 total; $722,663.53 county) (12-0)
• Recommended 32 Mile & Eldred Road intersection reconstruction contract with M.L. Chartier Excavating ($1,388,340.26 total; $694,170.13 county) (12-0)
• Recommended DTE Wireline/Pole/Conduit/Trench Use Agreement ($125,000) (12-0)
• Recommended $25,000 budget amendment for opioid use disorder medications in jails (12-0)
• Recommended $400,000 EGLE Brownfield Redevelopment Grant budget amendment for Utica Mixed Use Building (12-0)
• Recommended juvenile detention services contract with St. Clair County ($176/day 2025, $183/day 2026) (12-0)
• Recommended Scott Ausilio as 42-2 District Court Magistrate (12-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Program and Budget Committee

The Program and Budget Committee will consider a series of approval requests, including interagency cash transfer agreements, service contracts, and purchases. A key item is the approval of a $62,286,951 cash settlement payment to the State of Michigan. The committee will also review the 2025 budget and hear public comments before adjourning.

• Approve payment of $62,286,951 cash settlement to the State of Michigan
• Approve Jefferson Wells SOW Billing Verification Audits – $482,880
• Approve MISD Contracted Services – School Based Therapist – $269,914.50
• Approve MDHHS Agreement for Eligibility Specialist position – $74,900
• Approve purchase of 600 Non‑violent Crisis De‑escalation manuals – $17,394

Board of Commissioners - Government Oversight Committee

The Joint Finance/Audit/Budget and Government Oversight Committee will review the county’s second‑quarter financial reports and related budget recommendations. It will consider Ordinance 2024‑XX for FY 2025 budget appropriations and two contracts for the Central Intake and Assessment Center, including a $9,044,373 amendment to the capital improvement project and a $534,481 builder’s risk insurance policy. The committee will also set a January 9 2025 organizational meeting for the oversight committee and conduct appointment interviews for two vacancies on the Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board.

• Ordinance 2024-XX: FY 2025 June, August and September program years budget appropriations
• Contract amendment (GMP Amendment 003) with Granger Construction Company for the CIAC Capital Improvement Project – $9,044,373
• Contract with Nickel and Saph. Inc. for builder’s risk insurance for the CIAC project – $534,481
• Schedule organizational meeting for the Government Oversight Committee on Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 3 p.m.
• Appointment interviews for two vacancies on the Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board (3‑year terms expiring September 30 2027)

The joint Finance/Audit/Budget and Government Oversight Committees recommended approval of a $9,044,373 contract amendment with Granger Construction for the Central Intake and Assessment Center (CIAC) project, extending services to March 2027. They also recommended a $534,481 builder's risk insurance contract with Nickel and Saph, Inc. for the same project. All recommendations passed unanimously and will go to the full Board of Commissioners for final approval.

• Recommended Granger Construction contract amendment for $9,044,373 (12-0)
• Recommended Nickel and Saph insurance contract for $534,481 (12-0)
• Recommended FY2025 budget appropriations ordinance (12-0)
• Recommended January 9, 2025 organizational meeting schedule (12-0)
• Recommended two appointments to Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board (12-0)
• Recommended resolution supporting House Bills 5917 and 5918 (12-0)
• Recommended proclamation honoring John Agnello (12-0)
• Received and filed financial reports and correspondence (12-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will review and approve eligibility lists for corrections deputies and dispatchers, and consider hiring recommendations for several candidates. It will also approve payments for pre‑employment physicals ($750) and psychological exams ($6,000) totaling $7,750. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, agenda adoption, minutes approval, and the receipt of termination forms for two retired captains.

• Review and approve the Corrections Deputy eligibility list
• Review and approve the Dispatch eligibility list
• Approve $750 payment for pre‑employment physicals for listed deputies and dispatchers
• Approve $6,000 payment for pre‑employment psychological exams for eight individuals
• Receive termination forms for Captains Steven Briney and Lori Misch

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission unanimously approved three eligibility lists (Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy), received and filed pre-employment evaluation requests and termination/retirement forms, and approved hiring recommendations for four candidates. It also approved payments totaling $750 for pre-employment physicals and $6,000 for psychological exams. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Dispatch eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Deputy eligibility list (3-0)
• Received and filed pre-employment physical/psychological requests for two dispatcher candidates (3-0)
• Received and filed hiring recommendations for three corrections deputies (3-0)
• Received and filed retirement forms for two captains (3-0)
• Approved hiring of four candidates: Jordyn Maletta, Aleksander Marek, Kyle Rickert, Benjamin Vella (3-0)
• Approved payments for pre-employment physicals ($750) and psychological exams ($6,000) (3-0)

Board of Commissioners - Health and Human Services Committee

The Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees are reviewing budget amendments and contracts for facility upgrades and IT services. The body is also discussing a budget amendment for senior nutrition services.

• Contract with Bernco, Inc for Clerk Storage Room Renovations ($1,127,833)
• Purchase from Motor City Electric Technologies for External Surveillance Camera Replacement ($140,790)
• Budget amendment for Office of Senior Services - Area on Aging 1-B (Ageways) Nutrition Services ($424,000)
• IT maintenance agreements for 3rd Quarter 2024 totaling $178,993.85
• Agreements with Bentley Systems, Incorporated for SELECT Program Subscriptions ($53,005)

Human Services Board - Martha T. Berry

The Human Services Board will review routine items such as the agenda, minutes, audit, security and PTAC updates, and financial reports. It will vote on batch invoices and receive several departmental reports, including clinical and quality compliance. The board will also approve three service policies—PHAR 1600.02 Pharmacy Services, ADMN 100.23 Facility Assessment, and REHS 1800.03 Hydrocollator Care and Cleaning.

• Approve PHAR 1600.02 Pharmacy Services policy
• Approve ADMN 100.23 Facility Assessment policy
• Approve REHS 1800.03 Hydrocollator Care and Cleaning policy
• Approve batch invoices as presented
• Director's report on Beautification Project

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Macomb County Veterans Affairs Commission will convene to adopt the agenda, approve previous meeting minutes, and hear public comments. The body will also move into closed session to review a request for assistance and discuss decisions made during that session.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes and attendance
• Public participation period for residents
• Closed session to review a request for assistance
• Discussion of decisions from closed session
• Meeting to be held at 21885 Dunham Road, Suite 3

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board will consider several budget amendments, contracts, and resolutions, including a $9,925,815 contract for the Central Intake and Assessment Center. Other items include contracts for traffic signal modernization, LED lighting on MDOT roads, police vehicle purchases, and an early voting grant. The board will also adopt a cost‑share agreement for a push‑button traffic light at Havel Elementary School and approve a construction permit for a solid waste facility in Warren.

• Contract: Granger Construction Company – Macomb County Central Intake and Assessment Center (CIAC) – Capital Improvement Project– GMP Amendment 002 ($9,925,815)
• Contract: Rauhorn Electric, Inc. – 2024 Traffic Signal Modernization Project (Total County Cost: $2,023,857.55)
• Contract: Michigan Department of Transportation – LED Lighting on Macomb Township Roads (Total Cost: $1,349,253; No Cost to County)
• Purchase: Todd Wenzel Buick‑GMC and Chevrolet – Police Vehicles for the Macomb County Sheriff's Office ($320,080)
• Budget Amendment: Elections – Early Voting Grant ($426,180.58)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board will adopt its agenda, hold two public hearing periods, and vote on an action item to approve the recommendation of Traci Smith for the agency's CEO position. The meeting is scheduled for August 14, 2024, at 7:00 PM in Sterling Heights.

• Approve recommendation of Traci Smith for the Macomb County Community Mental Health CEO position

Community Mental Health Board - Program and Budget Committee

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board Program and Budget Committee will consider approving several contracts for cloud services, commercial leases, and a strategy proposal. The committee will also discuss the termination of MI Healthlink contracts.

• Approve $74,359.60 cloud disaster recovery contract with 11:11 via CDW
• Approve $233,609.08 infrastructure as a service contract with 11:11 via CDW
• Approve commercial leases at 19800 Hall Road and 35601 Mound Road
• Approve ClearPointe Strategy Proposal for $11,000
• Consider termination of MI Healthlink contracts

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Internal Services and Government Oversight Committee will review several contracts and IT service agreements, consider an appointment to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, and vote on a resolution to issue a construction permit for a solid waste processing and transfer facility in Warren. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as approvals of minutes and public participation.

• Contract: D&S Contractors, Inc. – Clerk's Office Renovations (CPL Counter) – $84,335
• Contract: Bernco, Inc. – 2024 paving projects at various sites – $1,326,000
• IT maintenance agreements for Q3 2024 totaling $531,499.13 (Colossus, People Driven Technology, Trace3)
• Resolution 2024-2991 – Approve construction permit for solid waste processing and transfer facility at 21750 Hoover Road, Warren
• Appointment interview for Brownfield Redevelopment Authority vacancy (partial 3‑year term, expires Sep 30, 2025)

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will adopt the agenda and approve the July 24 minutes. It will review and approve eligibility lists for corrections deputies, dispatchers, and law‑enforcement sergeants. The commission will also approve payments for physical and psychological evaluations for new personnel.

• Review and approve Corrections Deputy eligibility list
• Review and approve Dispatch eligibility list
• Approve payment to Ascension for physical evaluations ($300 total)
• Approve payment to Harold J. Love and Associates for psychological evaluations ($1,500)
• Receive and file resignation/termination forms for three staff members

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees are reviewing several road infrastructure contracts and public safety budget amendments. The body will discuss traffic signal projects, grant funding for schools, and mental health service contracts.

• Contract: Rauhorn Electric, Inc. for 2024 Traffic Signal Modernization Project ($2,023,857.55)
• Contract: MDOT for LED Lighting on Macomb Township Roads ($1,349,253; no cost to county)
• Budget Amendment: Elections Early Voting Grant ($426,180.58)
• Contract: Quality Counts, LLC for 2024 Traffic Count Project ($134,430)
• Intergovernmental Agreement: Richmond Community Schools Risk and Vulnerability Assessment ($6,000)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Health and Human Services and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees will review several budget amendments and contracts, including a $9,925,815 amendment for the Macond County Central Intake and Assessment Center. They will also consider a $360,000 amendment for the Medical Examiner’s Office, a $160,000 contract for forensic pathology staffing, and vehicle purchases totaling $409,220. Presentations on health programs and a cash receipting policy will be heard before public comments.

• Contract: Granger Construction Company – Macomb County Central Intake and Assessment Center (CIAC) Capital Improvement Project, GMP Amendment 002 ($9,925,815)
• Budget amendment: Health General Fund – Medical Examiner's Office ($360,000)
• Contract: Forensic Pathology Services, LLC D/B/A Forensic Pathology Staffing (FPS) – staffing needs ($160,000)
• Purchase: Todd Wenzel Buick‑GMC and Chevrolet – police vehicles for the Macomb County Sheriff's Office ($320,080)
• Contract: Intertek PSI – Central Intake & Assessment Center material testing services ($189,060)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will conduct its regular meeting, adopting the agenda, approving prior minutes, and allowing brief public comments. The board will consider a motion to enter a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to review a request for assistance, then return to open session. No specific policy items, contracts, or funding decisions are listed.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve minutes and attendance
• Public participation (5‑minute speaker limit)
• Motion to enter closed session under Open Meetings Act
• Motion to return to open session

Human Services Board - Martha T. Berry

The Human Services Board will adopt its agenda, approve minutes, and review current invoices. It will receive finance, clinical, quality, and HR reports. The board will vote on three approval items: an increase to Dr. Beg's monthly payment, Policy Purchasing of Goods & Services Bus 200.04, and Policy NURS 2500.62 for use of side rails/assist bars.

• Increase to Dr. Beg's monthly payment
• Policy Purchasing of Goods & Services Bus 200.04
• Policy NURS 2500.62 Use of Side Rails/Assist Bars
• Approval of batch invoices as presented
• HR Director's discussion on union summary and turnover

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Full Board will consider several approvals, including two service contracts and two residential leases. A new CEO candidate, Traci Smith, will be recommended for appointment. The meeting will also include routine reports, voucher listings, and reminders of upcoming board sessions.

• Approve Nexecute contract for Leadership Intensifier – Round 2 ($54,975.00)
• Approve HappyOrNot contract renewal ($8,455.21)
• Approve Residential Lease "A"
• Approve Residential Lease "B"
• Recommend Traci Smith for the Macomb County Community Mental Health CEO position

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will discuss restarting deputy recruit applications and will review several eligibility lists for corrections, dispatch, deputy and lieutenant positions. It will receive and file resignation, retirement and termination paperwork for multiple staff members. The commission will also approve payments totaling $1,200 for pre‑employment physical exams and a psychological evaluation. All items are part of routine personnel and budget actions.

• Sheriff's office to resume accepting Deputy Recruit applications
• Review and approve eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatcher, Deputy, and Lieutenant positions
• Approve payment of $450.00 to Ascension for three pre‑employment physical exams (Invoices #543182, #542885, #544830)
• Approve payment of $750.00 to Harold J. Love and Associates for Jason Berndt's psychological evaluation (Invoice #1927)
• Receive and file resignation, retirement, and termination forms for several employees

Older Adult Advisory Committee

The Older Adult Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from AgeWays on state and federal funding for senior services. It will also review the OAAC 2024 Second Quarter Report, the July Board of Commissioners monthly updates, and the OAAC Action Item Tracker. Public participation will be limited to three‑minute comments per speaker.

• AgeWays presentation – update on state and federal funding for senior services
• OAAC 2024 Second Quarter Report
• BOC Monthly Updates: July 2024
• OAAC Action Item Tracker
• Public participation (three‑minute speaker limit)

Macomb Orchard Trail Commission

The Macomb Orchard Trail Commission will give a general update on the trail system, including crack sealing, facility maintenance, vegetation management, and new residential trail connections. The meeting also includes public participation and a discussion of the Northern Macomb Regional Chamber of Commerce Trot & Taste event. No formal actions or approvals are listed beyond routine agenda adoption.

• General trail system update
• Crack sealing on trail surfaces
• Facility maintenance activities
• Vegetation management along the trail
• Residential trail connection projects

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve budget amendments, contracts, and proclamations. Key actions include health and human services grants, public services projects like road and bridge work, and public safety equipment purchases. The board will also consider resolutions opposing state funding restrictions and addressing prosecuting attorney positions.

• Budget Amendment: AgeWays Nutrition Services ($213,086)
• Budget Amendment: Macomb Community Action LIHEAP ($285,315)
• Agreement: ACCESS WIC Services (Grant Funding $311,000)
• Contract: MDOT Hicks Road over Coon Creek Bridge ($89,920 County Cost)
• Resolution opposing MDHHS Fiscal Year 2025 funding restrictions on Internal Service Fund

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Internal Services and Government Oversight Committees are meeting to review several high-value insurance renewals and IT maintenance agreements. The body will also conduct interviews for the Veteran's Affairs Commission and discuss legal settlement agreements.

• Insurance renewals with Nickel & Saph, Inc. totaling $2,282,511 across liability, property, and workers' compensation policies
• IT maintenance agreements for 3rd Quarter 2024 totaling $107,832.32
• Wakely Associates/Architects contract for $88,600 for Vic Wertz Warehouse renovations
• Interviews for two vacancies on the Veteran's Affairs Commission
• Resolution 2024-2232 opposing MDHHS proposed language regarding Fiscal Year 2025 Internal Service Fund funding

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees are meeting to discuss infrastructure contracts and emergency management funding. The body will review several bridge and road projects and budget amendments for the Sheriff's Department and Emergency Management.

• Agreement for 21 Mile Road over Salt Slang Gloede Drain Bridge Replacement ($405,000)
• Engineering services for Schoenherr Road over Red Run Drain Bridge Rehabilitation ($259,404)
• Budget amendment for Sheriff Department 2024 CPE Training ($129,000)
• Budget amendment for Emergency Management COVID-19 FEMA grant ($700,844.23)
• Request for outside counsel for the Prosecuting Attorney from Perkins Law Group, PLLC ($25,000)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will meet to conduct a closed session to hear and review requests for assistance. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and public participation.

• Closed session to hear/review requests for assistance

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners' Joint Health and Human Services and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees will meet to discuss and vote on several budget amendments and grants, including nutrition services for seniors, utility assistance, and WIC program funding. The committees will also receive updates on the Central Intake & Assessment Center and quarterly financial reports.

• Budget Amendment: AgeWays Nutrition Services ($213,086)
• Budget Amendment: Macomb Community Action LIHEAP Amendment #2 ($285,315)
• Agreement: ACCESS WIC Services (Grant Funding $311,000)
• Budget Amendment: MDHHS Comprehensive Planning Grant Amendment #2 ($345,200)
• Budget Amendment: COVID Immunizations Grant Fund ($150,000)