Macomb County public meetings in 2025

Human Services Board - Martha T. Berry

The Human Services Board will adopt its agenda, approve the prior meeting minutes, and consider a batch of current invoices. It will receive recaps from the Finance Committee and updates on clinical services, quality compliance, and human resources. The meeting will also include a director's report and a final approval item before adjournment.

• Adoption of Agenda
• Approval of Minutes
• Current Invoices – motion to approve batch invoices as presented
• Finance Committee Recap – motion to receive and file
• Clinical Report – motion to receive and file

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will meet to approve personnel actions, including hiring three deputy recruits and reviewing eligibility lists for various public safety positions. The meeting will also address the pre-employment psychological evaluation for a candidate.

• Review and approve Corrections Deputy eligibility list
• Review and approve Dispatch eligibility list
• Review and approve Deputy eligibility list
• Review and approve Dispatch Supervisor eligibility list
• Review and approve Law Enforcement Sergeant eligibility list

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission unanimously approved seven eligibility lists (Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, Dispatch Supervisor, Law Enforcement Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain) and approved the hiring of Joshua Baier as Deputy. It also received and filed memos for two Deputy Recruit hires (Kristijan Dushaj and Calib Hall) and approved the previously tabled hiring of Theophanis Goudiotis. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Dispatch eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Deputy eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Dispatch Supervisor eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Law Enforcement Sergeant eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Lieutenant eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Captain eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved hiring of Joshua Baier as Deputy (3-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board will consider three approval requests: appointing Traci Smith as CEO effective Jan. 1 2026, hiring Roslund, Prestage & Company for a FY25 compliance audit costing $25,000, and contracting for occupational, speech, and physical therapy services. The board will also review voucher requests covering 11‑15‑25 through 12‑5‑25 and receive routine updates from the CFO and CEO.

• Approve contract appointing Traci Smith as MCCMH CEO starting 1/1/2026 (approved by OCE & legal)
• Approve $25,000 engagement letter to Roslund, Prestage & Company for FY25 compliance audit (approved by legal)
• Approve contract for occupational, speech, and physical therapy services
• Approve vouchers for the period 11‑15‑25 through 12‑5‑25
• Closed session to discuss attorney‑client privilege memo dated 12‑17‑25

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board unanimously approved a contract with Traci Smith as CEO beginning January 1, 2026, and approved a $25,000 engagement letter for the FY25 compliance audit. The board also approved contracting for occupational, speech, and physical therapy services, and approved vouchers for November 15 to December 5, 2025. No public comment was heard, and the board entered closed session to discuss an attorney-client privilege memo.

• Approved CEO contract for Traci Smith effective 1/1/2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 engagement letter for FY25 Compliance Audit (unanimous)
• Approved contracting for occupational, speech, and physical therapy (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers for 11-15-25 through 12-5-25 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege memo (9-0)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The commission will meet to review requests for assistance during a closed session. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and a status update on presented cases.

• Closed session to hear/review requests for assistance
• Status update on presented cases

The Macomb County Veterans Service Committee met on December 16, 2025, and approved the agenda and prior minutes. The board entered closed session to review assistance requests, then returned to open session. Two cases were presented and both were denied. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Met in closed session per Open Meetings Act (motion carried)
• Returned to open session (motion carried)
• Denied two assistance cases (2 denied)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Center Line Commerce Center Brownfield Plan and consider a resolution to approve it. The board will also make several appointments to advisory committees and work groups. Additional items include contract approvals, budget amendments, and ordinance updates covering IT services, public safety, and procurement policies.

• Public Hearing on Brownfield Plan: Center Line Commerce Center – 25999 & 26311 Lawrence Avenue, Center Line, MI
• Contract: LinkedIn Corporation – Jobs Dashboard Manager ($65,025)
• Contract: Granger Construction – Central Intake & Assessment Center Change Order #6 ($655,879.51)
• IT Maintenance Agreements for Q1 2026 – total $1,097,747.18 (including Can‑Am, i3 Verticals, People Driven Technology, SHI International)
• Resolution 2025-14461 to approve the Center Line Commerce Center Brownfield Plan

The full board adopted its agenda and approved the November 20, 2025 minutes unanimously. Commissioners appointed members to several advisory and work groups, including the Financial Requirements Ordinance Work Group, the Older Adult Advisory Committee, the Art Institute Authority, and the Friend of the Court Advisory Committee, all with 13‑0 votes. The board also approved a $65,025 contract with LinkedIn for a Jobs Dashboard Manager (11‑2 vote) and adopted multiple collective bargaining agreements and other items, each passing unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (13-0)
• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (13-0)
• Appointed Financial Requirements Ordinance Work Group members (13-0)
• Appointed Older Adult Advisory Committee members (13-0)
• Appointed Art Institute Authority members (13-0)
• Appointed Friend of the Court Advisory Committee member (13-0)
• Approved $65,025 LinkedIn Jobs Dashboard Manager contract (11-2)
• Approved several collective bargaining agreements (13-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and adopt its 2025 budget and set the 2026 meeting schedule, including an extra meeting on Dec. 17, 2025. It will also approve eligibility lists and hiring recommendations for several corrections and deputy recruits. Finally, the commission will approve a $3,750 invoice to Harold J. Love & Associates for pre‑employment psychological evaluations.

• Approve the 2025 Civil Service Commission budget
• Approve 2026 meeting dates and an additional meeting on Dec. 17, 2025
• Approve Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, and Deputy eligibility lists
• Approve hiring recommendations for multiple recruits after evaluations
• Approve payment of $3,750 to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological evaluations

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission adopted its agenda, approved the November 26 minutes, and voted to approve the 2025 budget. It also approved the 2026 meeting dates, an additional meeting on December 17, 2025, several personnel eligibility lists, and a $3,750 payment for pre‑employment evaluations.

• Adopt agenda (3-0-0)
• Approve November 26 minutes (3-0-0)
• Approve 2025 Civil Service Commission budget (3-0-0)
• Approve 2026 meeting dates (3-0-0)
• Approve additional meeting Dec 17, 2025 (3-0-0)
• Approve Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approve Dispatch eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approve $3,750 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates (3-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees will review several infrastructure contracts and public safety purchases. The meeting includes discussions on road maintenance, sewer lines, and law enforcement equipment.

• Budget amendment for Department of Roads investment income of $26,331,046
• CDBG subrecipient agreement for Harrison Township sewer lines on St. Christopher and Anchorage Streets ($317,500)
• Cost share agreement for 21 Mile Road over the Salt Slang Gloede Drain ($905,381 County cost)
• Purchase of VeroVision Mail Scanner for Macomb County Sheriff's Office ($125,900)
• Contract for Jefferson Avenue Path ($393,890 County cost)

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees unanimously approved several contracts and a $26,331,046 budget amendment for the Roads Department. They also adopted a resolution for a new commercial‑center brownfield plan and approved a $317,500 subrecipient agreement for Harrison Township projects. All motions passed with a 12‑0‑0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (12-0-0)
• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (12-0-0)
• Approved Subrecipient Agreement for Harrison Township projects ($317,500) (12-0-0)
• Approved Wade Trim Comprehensive Development Strategy Phase II contract ($100,000) (12-0-0)
• Approved OHM Advisors mobility plan contract ($119,799.37) (12-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-14461 for a new commercial‑center brownfield plan (12-0-0)
• Approved FY2025 Roads Department budget amendment ($26,331,046) (12-0-0)
• Approved Tc Tree Service tree and stump removal contract ($120,000) (12-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees

The joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services committees will consider several IT contracts totaling over $1 million, a budget amendment for a senior meals program, and a $568,600 reduction to the Macomb Community Action HOME ARPA budget. The meeting also includes a scheduled report from the Office of Senior Services and a presentation by Martha T. Berry.

• Approve IT Maintenance Agreements for Q1 2026 ($1,097,747.18)
• Approve Can‑Am Teller POS System contract ($44,805)
• Approve Zscaler Secure Internet Access contract ($403,143.61)
• Budget amendment for Office of Senior Services congregate meals ($188,940)
• Budget reduction for Macomb Community Action HOME ARPA ($568,600)

The joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services committees approved a $1,097,747.18 information‑technology maintenance agreement package, a $555,637 FY2026 cybersecurity grant budget amendment, and a $70,492.59 security electronics purchase for the County Jail. They also approved a $188,940 increase for the Office of Senior Services congregate meals program and a $426,000 reduction to the Macomb Community Action HOME American Rescue Plan budget. All motions passed unanimously (13‑0‑0).

• Approved IT maintenance agreements totaling $1,097,747.18 (13‑0‑0)
• Approved FY2026 cybersecurity grant budget amendment of $555,637 (13‑0‑0)
• Approved jail security electronics purchase for $70,492.59 (13‑0‑0)
• Approved senior services congregate meals budget increase of $188,940 (13‑0‑0)
• Approved Macomb Community Action HOME ARP budget reduction of $426,000 (13‑0‑0)
• Adopted agenda (13‑0‑0)
• Approved minutes from November 5, 2025 (13‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:36 PM (13‑0‑0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit Committees will meet to approve collective bargaining agreements for 2026, a contract extension for a marketing firm, and a proposed overhaul of the county's purchasing policies. The agenda also includes appointments to advisory committees and a presentation on the Central Intake & Assessment Center project.

• Collective Bargaining Agreements for 2026 with Teamsters, UAW, MNA, and others
• Renewal of marketing management contract with Hunch Free, Inc.
• Proposed overhaul of county purchasing policies and procedures
• Extension of project management services contract with Plante Moran (up to $120,000)
• Change order for Central Intake & Assessment Center project with Granger Construction ($655,879.51)

The Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees adopted the agenda and approved prior meeting minutes. They recommended and the Board appointed members to the Older Adult Advisory Committee, the Art Institute Authority, and the Friend of the Court Advisory Committee. The Board approved a $4,025‑per‑month marketing contract with Hunch Free and a $65,025 LinkedIn Jobs Dashboard contract (10‑3 vote). Five collective bargaining agreements covering Teamsters Local 214, UAW Locals 889 and 412, the Michigan Nurses Association, and the Macomb County Environmental Health Association were approved.

• Adopt agenda (13‑0‑0)
• Approve November 4, 2025 Joint Committee minutes (13‑0‑0)
• Approve November 13, 2025 Finance/Audit/Budget minutes (13‑0‑0)
• Recommend appointments to Older Adult Advisory Committee (13‑0‑0)
• Recommend appointments to Art Institute Authority (13‑0‑0)
• Recommend appointment to Friend of the Court Advisory Committee (13‑0‑0)
• Approve Hunch Free marketing contract $4,025/month (13‑0‑0)
• Approve LinkedIn Jobs Dashboard contract $65,025 (10‑3‑0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review and approve eligibility lists for several law enforcement roles, including Deputies and Sergeants. The body is also reviewing the November 2025 budget and processing personnel hires, resignations, and terminations.

• Review and approval of the Civil Service Commission budget as of November 2025
• Approval of eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, Sergeant, and Lieutenant
• Payment of $150.00 to Ascension for a pre-employment physical evaluation
• Payment of $1,500.00 to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological evaluations
• Review of hiring recommendations for Jesse Skiendzior (Deputy Recruit)

The commission adopted its agenda, approved the November 12 minutes, and passed the 2025 budget. It also approved several eligibility lists, hired a deputy recruit, and authorized two payments for pre‑employment evaluations. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0‑0).

• Adopt agenda (3-0-0)
• Approve November 12 minutes (3-0-0)
• Approve Civil Service Commission budget (3-0-0)
• Approve Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approve hiring of Joesse Skiendzior Deputy Recruit (3-0-0)
• Approve $150 payment to Ascension for pre‑employment physical (3-0-0)
• Approve $1,500 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological evaluations (3-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (3-0-0)

Older Adult Advisory Committee

The Older Adult Advisory Committee will hear presentations from the Board of Commissioners, Chesterfield Township Senior Center Services, and PACE of Southeast Michigan. It will review the 2026 meeting schedule, November 2025 monthly updates, and note that the OAAC Action Item Tracker has no updates. The committee will consider correspondence including a request from MDHHS for older adult input on a new state plan and the 2026 executive‑recommended budget for the Office of Senior Services.

• Presentation: Board of Commissioners introduction (District 2) – Phil Kraft
• Presentation: Chesterfield Township Senior Center Services – Michele Vannerson
• Presentation: PACE of Southeast Michigan update – Jacquelyn Hasenfratz
• MDHHS seeks input from older adults for new state plan (press release, survey, conversation schedule)
• 2026 Executive Recommended Budget pages – Office of Senior Services

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board will consider several financial approvals, including a $31,022 special assessment and a $5,000 voluntary assessment for the CMHA. The board will also vote on the use of state grant funds for technology, integrated health supplies, training, and the purchase of Naloxone bags up to $15,358, as well as an HVAC expense not to exceed $28,000 for the West location. Additional items include approval of prior meeting minutes, voucher listings, and reminders of upcoming meetings.

• Approve a $31,022 special assessment for the Community Mental Health Association (CMHA)
• Approve a $5,000 voluntary special assessment for CMHA technical assistance for CCBHCs
• Approve purchase of Naloxone bags not to exceed $15,358 under the SOR 4 grant
• Approve HVAC expense for West location not to exceed $28,000
• Approve use of MDHHS grant funds for technology-based recovery supports and integrated health supplies

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board adopted its agenda and approved minutes from prior meetings. It then approved a $31,022 special assessment for the Community Mental Health Association, a $5,000 voluntary assessment for CCBHC technical assistance, a state amendment adding an IECMHC subgrant, and the purchase of Naloxone bags up to $15,358. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 10-22-25 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 11-12-25 program and budget meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 10-16-25 recipient rights advisory committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $31,022 special assessment for CMHA (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 voluntary special assessment for CCBHC technical assistance (unanimous)
• Approved state amendment adding IECMHC subgrant to CBH 2026 master agreement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Naloxone bags up to $15,358 (unanimous)

Human Services Board - Martha T. Berry

The Human Services Board will consider and vote on the 2026 operating budget. It will also accept the ratified collective bargaining agreement for the Michigan Nurses Association and approve a retroactive raise for non‑union staff effective September 1 2025. Additional items include approval of new infection‑control policies and the sunsetting of several older health‑related policies. The meeting also contains routine reports and a closed‑session discussion of union contract negotiations.

• Motion to approve the 2026 budget
• Motion to accept the ratified TA for Michigan Nurses Association
• Motion to provide a raise for non‑union staff retroactive to September 1 2025
• Motion to approve policies IC 2200.39 (Candida Auris) and NUR 2500.64 (Bariatric Residents)
• Motion to sunset multiple infection‑reporting and vaccine policies (IC 2200.04, 2200.05, 2200.06, 2200.08, 2200.16, 2200.19, 2200.21, 2200.23, 2200.26)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Board of Commissioners will vote on the FY 2026 Comprehensive General Appropriations Ordinance and the 2026 budget. The meeting includes decisions on several road and infrastructure projects, as well as a millage for the Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility.

• Ordinance 2025-02: FY 2026 Comprehensive General Appropriations Ordinance
• Resolution 2025-14186: Millage for capital improvements at Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility
• VUEWorks Enterprise Asset Management Software agreement: $1,183,000 county cost
• Dan's Excavating, Inc. 2025 Traffic Signal Modernization Project: $3,684,365.23 county cost
• IT Maintenance Agreements for 1st Quarter 2026: $2,920,008.80

The Macomb County Board approved its FY 2026 budget by adopting Ordinance 2025‑02. It also passed a resolution to levy a millage for capital improvements at the Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility and approved the 2025‑2030 Hazard Mitigation Plan. Additional actions included appointing an independent counsel and approving several procurement and investment items.

• Adopt agenda (12-0-0) – passed
• Approve October 23, 2025 minutes (12-0-0) – passed
• Appoint Dickinson Wright PLLC as Independent Counsel (12-0-0) – passed
• Adopt Proclamations items 8a‑8c and file 8d (12-0-0) – passed
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑14186 to levy a millage for Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility (8-5-0) – passed
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑14288 approving the 2025‑2030 Hazard Mitigation Plan (13-0-0) – passed
• Adopt Ordinance 2025‑02 FY 2026 Comprehensive General Appropriations Ordinance (13-0-0) – passed
• Approve Finance/Audit/Budget Committee Recommendations including CIAC budget amendment $1,008,971, ABF contract $188,565, vehicle purchases $31,310 and $73,200, and adopt amended Investment Policy (13-0-0) – passed

Macomb Orchard Trail Commission

The Macomb Orchard Trail Commission will review the current status of the trail system. Members will discuss a proposal regarding e‑bike usage on the trail. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda and approval of minutes.

• Trail Update – review of trail conditions and projects
• e‑Bike Discussion – consideration of e‑bike policy on the trail

The Macomb Orchard Trail Commission adopted its agenda and approved the May 20, 2025 minutes. It received and filed the trail update and e‑Bike discussion. The commission adopted the 2026 meeting schedule (Feb 24, May 26, Aug 25, Nov 24) and then adjourned the meeting.

• Adopted agenda (5-0-0)
• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (5-0-0)
• Filed trail update and e‑Bike discussion (5-0-0)
• Adopted 2026 meeting schedule (5-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0-0)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will convene to adopt the agenda, approve minutes, and discuss the status of cases. The body will also move to enter closed session to review a request for assistance.

• Approval of minutes
• Review assistance request in closed session
• Status of cases presented
• Next meeting scheduled for December 2, 2025

The Veterans Service Committee adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the November 4 meeting. The board voted to hold a closed‑session meeting to review assistance requests, then returned to open session later. Three veteran assistance cases were presented and approved. The meeting was adjourned at 11:40 AM.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved November 4 minutes (motion carried)
• Moved to closed session to review assistance requests (motion carried at 11:05 AM)
• Returned to open session (motion carried at 11:35 AM)
• Approved three veteran assistance cases (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried at 11:40 AM)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will hold a public hearing regarding proposed budgets for the General Fund, Debt Service Fund, and select Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds. The body will also consider several FY2026 budget amendments and a comprehensive general appropriations ordinance.

• Public hearing on proposed budgets for fiscal years ending September 30, 2026 and December 31, 2026
• Proposed elimination of 18.50 General Fund new positions totaling $2,116,000
• Proposed transfer of $2,043,200 for Sheriff's Office body cams
• Proposed removal of $300,000 for County-wide Ditch Clean Out
• Proposed removal of $125,000 for Professional Development Initiative

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee adopted its agenda and approved the October 30, 2025 minutes. It then passed a series of FY2026 budget amendments, including eliminating 18.5 General Fund positions ($2.116 M) and transferring $2.0432 M for sheriff’s office body‑cam capital outlay. A $300,000 appropriation for county‑wide ditch clean‑out was removed by a 9‑4 vote. Additional reductions and new appropriations were also approved.

• Adopt agenda (12‑0‑0)
• Approve October 30, 2025 minutes (12‑0‑0)
• Eliminate 18.5 FTE General Fund positions ($2.116 M) (12‑0‑0)
• Reduce County Executive Contract Services by $23,700 (12‑0‑0)
• Transfer $2.0432 M to Sheriff's Office body‑cam capital outlay (13‑0‑0)
• Remove appropriation for County‑wide Ditch Clean Out ($300,000) (9‑4‑0)
• Remove appropriation for Professional Development Initiative ($125,000) (13‑0‑0)
• Add appropriation for Prosecuting Attorney Contractual Legal Services ($50,000) (13‑0‑0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider and vote on payments for pre‑employment physical and psychological evaluations for several deputy recruits and a dispatcher. It will also review and approve eligibility lists, resignations, and hiring recommendations for corrections and dispatch positions. These actions are part of routine personnel and contract approvals.

• Approve $450 payment to Ascension for three pre‑employment physical evaluations ($150 each)
• Approve $750 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates for a pre‑employment psychological exam
• Review and approve Corrections Deputy eligibility list
• Review and approve Dispatch eligibility list
• Receive and file resignation letters for three county employees

The commission adopted the amended agenda and approved an amendment to the October 22, 2025 minutes. It approved the Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, and Deputy eligibility lists. The board also approved payments to Ascension for three pre‑employment physical evaluations totaling $450 and a $750 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates for a psychological exam. The meeting was adjourned at 9:16 AM.

• Adopted amended agenda (3-0-0)
• Amended October 22, 2025 minutes to add Old Business (3-0-0)
• Approved Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved Dispatch eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved payments to Ascension for pre‑employment physicals totaling $450 (3-0-0)
• Approved payment to Harold J. Love & Associates $750 for psychological exam (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 09:16 AM (3-0-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Program and Budget Committee

The Program and Budget Committee will consider several funding requests and contracts related to community mental health services. Items include a $31,022 special assessment for the Community Mental Health Association, a $5,000 voluntary assessment for technical assistance for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, and a purchase of Naloxone bags up to $15,358 under the SOR 4 grant. The committee will also approve contracts for ASAM Level 4 training, integrated healthcare supplies, and the appointment of Traci Smith as MCCMH CEO effective Jan 1 2026. A public hearing and board updates are scheduled later in the meeting.

• Approve $31,022 special assessment for the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (legal approved)
• Approve $5,000 voluntary special assessment for CMHA technical assistance for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics
• Approve purchase of Naloxone bags not to exceed $15,358 under the SOR 4 grant
• Approve contract with Train for Change to provide ASAM Level 4 training to MCCMH contracted SUD providers
• Approve contract appointing Traci Smith as MCCMH CEO beginning 1/1/2026 (OCE & legal approved)

The Program and Budget Committee approved multiple financial assessments, grant fund allocations, and program agreements. Key actions included a $31,022 special assessment for the Community Mental Health Association, a $5,000 voluntary assessment for technical assistance, and the use of MDHHS grant funds for technology and integrated health supplies. The board also approved an agreement with Train for Change for ASAM Level 4 training, purchased Naloxone bags up to $15,358, and appointed Traci Smith as MCCMH CEO starting Jan 1 2026.

• Approved $31,022 special assessment for CMHA (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 voluntary special assessment for CMHA technical assistance (unanimous)
• Approved state amendment adding IECMHC subgrant to CBH 2026 master agreement (unanimous)
• Approved use of MDHHS grant funds for technology-based recovery supports (unanimous)
• Approved use of MDHHS grant funds for integrated healthcare supplies and training (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Train for Change for ASAM Level 4 training (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Naloxone bags up to $15,358 under SOR 4 grant (unanimous)
• Approved contract appointing Traci Smith as MCCMH CEO effective 1/1/2026 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees will review and vote on several contract modifications, amendments, and cost‑share agreements related to road and traffic projects. Items include a $6,562,200 traffic signal upgrade funded by MDOT, a $1,183,000 asset‑management software agreement, and multiple roadside ditch programs with township cost shares. The committees will also consider a resolution approving the 2025‑2030 Hazard Mitigation Plan and discuss a pending Supreme Court case in closed session.

• Contract modification with Z Contractors, Inc. for the 18‑Mile over the Plumbrook Drain Project ($105,309.57 total, $52,654.79 county cost)
• MDOT CMAQ Traffic Signal Upgrade Project ($6,562,200 total, $662,200 county cost)
• Professional Services Agreement for VUEWorks Enterprise Asset Management Software ($1,183,000 county cost)
• 2025 Roadside Ditch Program contracts and cost‑share agreements with several townships (county costs ranging from $9,999 to $123,269)
• Resolution 2025‑14288 approving the Macomb County 2025‑2030 Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committee approved a series of contract modifications, amendments, a professional services agreement, and multiple cost‑share agreements for the Department of Roads. Projects include road reconstruction, drainage work, traffic‑signal upgrades, and enterprise asset‑management software, funded from FY2025 budget allocations. No budget amendments were made; required amendments will be pursued separately.

• Approved contract modification with Z Contractors, Inc. for 18 Mile over Plumbrook Drain ($105,309.57 total, $52,654.79 county cost)
• Approved amendment to MDOT contract for Garfield Road reconstruction ($8,055,645 total, no county cost)
• Approved professional services agreement with VUEWorks for Enterprise Asset Management Software ($1,183,000 county cost)
• Approved contract with Superior Contracting Group, LLC for 2025 Roadside Ditch Program ($565,932.25 county cost)
• Approved MDOT CMAQ Traffic Signal Upgrade Project contract ($6,562,200 total, $662,200 county cost)
• Approved MDOT 2025 Traffic Highway Safety Improvement Program contract ($2,714,750 total, $1,214,750 county cost)
• Approved contract with Dan's Excavating, Inc. for 2025 Traffic Signal Modernization Project ($3,684,365.23 county cost)
• Approved cost‑share agreement with Shelby Township for Roadside Ditch Program ($123,269 county cost)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees

The Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees will review several contracts and a budget amendment, and will consider Resolution 2025-14186 to levy a millage for capital improvements at the Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility. They will also adopt a $2,920,008.80 information technology maintenance agreement for the first quarter of 2026. Additional postponed contracts for removal and transport services ($75,000 each) and a $125,970 No Wrong Door program contract will be discussed.

• Information Technology Maintenance Agreements – $2,920,008.80
• Paradigm Removal Service – Remains Removal and Transport Services – $75,000
• Heritage Services LLC – Remains Removal and Transport Services – $75,000
• Resolution 2025-14186: Millage to support capital improvements at Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility
• AgeWays – No Wrong Door Program – $125,970

The Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees adopted a resolution to levy a millage for capital improvements at the Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility (vote 7‑6). The committee also unanimously approved several contracts and a budget amendment, including a $2.92 M IT maintenance agreement, two $75 k remains‑removal contracts, a $150 k forensic laboratory purchase, and a $210,758 grant‑budget amendment. A proclamation honoring Gilbert F. Claunch Jr. as the 2025 Pat Daniels Veteran of the Year was also adopted.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-14186 to levy a millage for capital improvements at Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility (7-6)
• Approved IT maintenance agreements totaling $2,920,008.80 (13-0)
• Approved contract with Paradigm Removal Service for remains removal up to $75,000 (13-0)
• Approved contract with Heritage Services LLC for remains removal up to $75,000 (13-0)
• Approved purchase with National Medical Service for forensic laboratory services up to $150,000 (13-0)
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment for Macomb Community Action grant $210,758 (13-0)
• Adopted proclamation awarding 2025 Macomb County Pat Daniels Veteran of the Year Award to Gilbert F. Claunch Jr. (13-0)

Board of Canvassers

The Macomb County Board of Canvassers will adopt its agenda, approve the August 5, 2025 election canvass minutes, and conduct the official canvass of the November 4, 2025 election results. After the canvass, the board will vote on a motion to accept and certify those results. The meeting also includes brief public‑participation periods, any unfinished or new business, and adjournment.

• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of minutes – August 5, 2025 election canvass
• Canvass of November 4, 2025 election results
• Motion to accept and certify the canvassed election results
• Public participation (3‑minute limit per speaker)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Macomb County Veterans Service Commission will meet on November 4, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as adopting the agenda and approving minutes, and a motion to enter a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to hear a request for assistance before returning to open session. The commission will also provide status updates on cases presented.

• Motion to meet in closed session to hear/review request for assistance
• Public participation with speaker time limit
• Adoption of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Status update on cases presented

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the October 21 minutes. It voted to enter a closed session to review assistance requests and later returned to an open session. In new business, two cases were considered: one was approved and the other was tabled pending more information. The meeting was adjourned.

• Agenda adopted (motion carried)
• October 21 minutes approved (motion carried)
• Closed session authorized (motion carried at 11:03 AM)
• Return to open session (motion carried at 12:02 PM)
• One case approved (no further detail)
• One case tabled for more information
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried at 12:09 PM)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees

The Joint Finance/Audit/Budget and Government Oversight Committees will discuss budget amendments and contracts for the Central Intake & Assessment Center. The body will also conduct interviews for the Board of Commissioners Independent Counsel position and consider a property transfer to Macomb Community College.

• Budget Amendment: Central Intake and Assessment Center General Fund Fund Balance ($1,008,971)
• Contract: ABF Environmental Amendment #2 for CIAC/CIP Environmental Consulting Services ($188,565)
• Purchase: Two vehicles from LaFontaine Automotive Group for Sheriff's Enforcement Team ($73,200)
• Contract: LinkedIn Corporation Jobs Dashboard Manager ($65,025)
• Resolution 2025-14157: Transfer of certain County Real Property to Macomb Community College

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners adopted its agenda and approved the October 7 minutes. It approved a $1,008,971 budget amendment for the Central Intake & Assessment Center, a $188,565 contract with ABF Environmental, and vehicle purchases totaling $104,510. The board also appointed Dickinson Wright PLLC as independent counsel and adopted a resolution transferring county property to Macomb Community College. All actions passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (12-0-0)
• Approved October 7 minutes (12-0-0)
• Approved $1,008,971 CIAC budget amendment (12-0-0)
• Approved $188,565 ABF Environmental contract (12-0-0)
• Approved vehicle purchases: $31,310 Chevrolet Equinox and $73,200 Colorado/Terrain (12-0-0)
• Appointed Dickinson Wright PLLC as Independent Counsel (12-0-0)
• Adopted resolution transferring property to Macomb Community College (12-0-0)
• Adopted proclamations items 13a‑13c (12-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will conduct budget reviews for several county departments. The meeting includes reviews of funding for parks, planning, roads, trails, and public works.

• Budget review for Parks & Rec
• Budget review for Planning and Economic Development
• Budget review for Department of Roads
• Budget review for Non-Motorized Trails
• Budget review for Public Works

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee adopted its agenda and approved the prior meeting minutes unanimously. It then voted to receive and file budget review items for Parks & Rec, Planning and Economic Development, Department of Roads, Non‑Motorized Trails, and Public Works. The meeting was adjourned after the motions passed.

• Adopt agenda – passed (11-0-0)
• Approve minutes dated Oct 29, 2025 – passed (11-0-0)
• Receive and file budget review items 6a‑6e – passed (10-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting – passed (10-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will examine budget allocations for several county departments and special revenue funds. Items include Community Corrections, the Opioid Settlement Fund, Emergency Management, the Sheriff’s office, and E911 Sheriff Dispatch. The committee will also consider budget items for the Prosecuting Attorney, Federal and local forfeitures, and grant allocations. No decisions are recorded in this agenda; the meeting is for review and discussion.

• Community Corrections budget review (Special Revenue Fund pages D-6, D-7)
• Opioid Settlement Fund budget review (Special Revenue Fund page D-26)
• Emergency Management budget review (Budget pages C-29, C-30; Special Revenue Fund pages D-8 to D-10)
• Sheriff budget review (Budget pages C-57 to C-60; Special Revenue Fund pages D-36, D-37)
• E911 Sheriff Dispatch budget review (Special Revenue Fund pages D-38, D-39)

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee adopted the meeting agenda, approved the minutes from October 27, 2025, and approved the budget review items for Community Corrections, Emergency Management, Sheriff, E911 Dispatch, and the Prosecuting Attorney. All motions passed with the recorded vote tallies. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Adopt agenda (11-0-0)
• Approve minutes dated Oct 27, 2025 (11-0-0)
• Receive and file Budget Review items 6a‑6e (12-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (12-0-0)

Older Adult Advisory Committee

The committee will receive a presentation from the US Department of Homeland Security regarding financial fraud. Members will also review the 2025 Third Quarter Report and a subcommittee report on the needs and trends of Macomb County older citizens.

• Presentation on Financial Fraud by Matthew L. Stentz of the US Department of Homeland Security
• Review of OAAC 2025 Third Quarter Report
• Social Isolation Study Subcommittee Report on Macomb County older citizens

The committee approved the September 23, 2025 minutes unanimously. It also approved the OAAC 2025 Third Quarter Report and sent it to the Board of Commissioners. Additional items—including the October BOC updates, the action‑item tracker, and the Social Isolation Study Subcommittee Report—were received and filed. The meeting was adjourned at 4:13 PM.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (15-0-0)
• Approved OAAC 2025 Third Quarter Report and forwarded to Board (15-0-0)
• Received and filed October BOC updates and action‑item tracker (15-0-0)
• Received and filed Social Isolation Study Subcommittee Report (15-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 04:13 PM (15-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will conduct budget reviews for several county departments. These reviews include the Clerk/Register of Deeds, various court systems, and the Child Care Fund.

• Budget review for Clerk/Register of Deeds, including Elections and Concealed Pistol License funds
• Budget review for Circuit Court, Probate Court, and District Courts in New Baltimore and Romeo
• Budget review for Child Care Fund, Juvenile Justice, and Juvenile Court
• Budget review for Public Defenders Office
• Review of MDHHS letter regarding FY 2026 Annual Plan and Budget for Child Care Fund Expenditures

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the October 22 meeting. It received and filed the Budget Review items for several county departments. It also received and filed the MDHHS letter approving Macomb County's FY 2026 Child Care Fund expenditures. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (vote 11-0-0)
• Approved minutes dated October 22, 2025 (vote 12-0-0)
• Received and filed Budget Review items 6a‑6e (vote 11-0-0)
• Received and filed MDHHS Letter on FY 2026 Child Care Fund expenditures (vote 11-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 04:31 PM (vote 11-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on various committee recommendations, including infrastructure contracts, IT upgrades, and community grants. The board will also address several board appointments and a resolution to levy a millage for the Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility.

• Granger Construction change order for Central Intake & Assessment Center: $7,897,487.23
• Bernco, Inc. 2025 Masonry Restoration Project contract: $1,835,767
• MDOT signal improvements in Village of Romeo and City of Fraser: $883,428 (County cost)
• CDBG subrecipient agreements for various cities and townships totaling over $1.7 million
• Resolution 2025-14186 to levy a millage for Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility capital improvements

The full board adopted its agenda and approved the September 18 and October 7 minutes unanimously. Commissioners appointed members to the Human/Social Services Board, the Board of Canvassers, and the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. They also approved several finance recommendations, including a $7,897,487.23 change order for the Central Intake & Assessment Center, a $52,500 contract with Maximus US Services, and a $54,319 purchase of a police pursuit vehicle. The board adopted four proclamations and received a Detroit Institute of Arts update.

• Adopt agenda (13-0-0)
• Approve September 18 and October 7 minutes (13-0-0)
• Appoint Rev. Dr. G. Patrick Thompson to Human/Social Services Board (13-0-0)
• Appoint Nancy S. Tieso and Alysa M. Diebolt to Board of Canvassers (13-0-0)
• Concur appointment of Dennis E. Champine and Denise Pike Guzman to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (13-0-0)
• Approve Change Order #5 with Granger Construction for $7,897,487.23 (13-0-0)
• Approve contract with Maximus US Services for $52,500 (13-0-0)
• Approve purchase of 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle for $54,319 (13-0-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and approve the 2025 budget. It will also consider and approve several personnel eligibility lists, hiring decisions, a termination, and evaluation requests. All items are presented for approval during the meeting.

• Approve the 2025 Civil Service Commission budget
• Approve the Corrections Deputy eligibility list
• Approve the Dispatch eligibility list
• Approve hiring of Jacob Allen (Deputy Recruit, effective Jan 5 2026), Cody Kanpchuck (Corrections Deputy, effective Oct 17 2025), Ashley Reinhout (Dispatcher, effective Oct 19 2025), Tristan Tews (Deputy Recruit, effective Jan 5 2026)
• Approve termination of Daniel Gallus III (Corrections Deputy, effective Oct 9 2025)

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the October 8 meeting. It then approved the 2025 Civil Service Commission budget. Several personnel actions were approved, including eligibility lists, a new hire, and a termination.

• Adopted agenda (2-0-0)
• Approved October 8 minutes (2-0-0)
• Approved 2025 Civil Service Commission budget (2-0-0)
• Approved Corrections Deputy eligibility list (2-0-0)
• Approved Dispatch eligibility list (2-0-0)
• Approved Deputy eligibility list (2-0-0)
• Approved hiring of Parr King Deputy Recruit (2-0-0)
• Approved termination of Daniel Gallus III Corrections Deputy (2-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will adopt the agenda, approve the minutes from October 21, and hear a recognition presentation for the BOC Casual Day recipient from the MSU Extension 4‑H Youth Program. The main business is a review of budget allocations for Animal Control, Health & Community Services, the Health Department, Macomb Community Action, MSU Extension and the Office of Senior Services. Commissioners may comment before the meeting adjourns.

• Review and discuss the Animal Control budget (Budget Page C‑16).
• Review budgets for Health & Community Services and the Health Department (Budget Pages C‑40, C‑37‑39; Special Revenue Fund pages D‑13‑16).
• Review the Macomb Community Action budget (Special Revenue Fund pages D‑17‑20).
• Review the MSU Extension budget (Budget Page C‑46; Special Revenue Fund page D‑21) and receive its 2024 annual report.
• Review the Office of Senior Services budget (Special Revenue Fund pages D‑24‑25).

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee unanimously adopted its agenda and approved the October 21 minutes. It also received and filed the BOC Casual Day recognition for the MSU Extension 4‑H program, the budget review items for Animal Control, Health & Community Services, and Senior Services, and the MSU Extension annual report. The meeting was adjourned at 4:50 PM.

• Adopt agenda (12-0-0)
• Approve October 21 minutes (12-0-0)
• Receive and file BOC Casual Day Recipient Recognition (12-0-0)
• Receive and file budget review items for Animal Control, Health & Community Services, Senior Services (12-0-0)
• Receive and file MSU Extension Annual Report 2024 (12-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (12-0-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Community Mental Health Board is meeting to approve several service contracts and grants. The board will review spending for advertising and audit support, as well as reports on substance use programming.

• Contracting with Health Equity and Recovery Technologies, LLC and Open Arms Coordination Services, Inc. for Outpatient Mental Health Services
• FY2026 Advertising Proposal with Airfoil for $88,117
• Additional $17,250 for the 2025 Medicaid Verification Audit
• Approval of SUGS-2026 and AOT grants from MDHHS
• Approval of Health Management Associates (HMA) Engagement Letter

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board unanimously approved a series of contracts, grants, and funding requests, including two outpatient mental health service vendors and an advertising proposal. Additional approvals covered an engagement letter, state grant allocations, a PIHP contract, an AOT grant, extra audit funding, and vouchers for September‑October 2025. The board also entered a closed session to discuss an attorney‑client privilege memo. No motions were denied.

• Approved contract with Health Equity and Recovery Technologies, LLC and Open Arms Coordination Services, Inc. (11-0-0)
• Approved Health Management Associates (HMA) Engagement Letter (11-0-0)
• Approved MCCMH Advertising Proposal FY2026 with Airfoil ($88,117) (11-0-0)
• Approved SUGS-2026 grants from MDHHS (11-0-0)
• Approved FY25/26 PIHP contract (11-0-0)
• Approved AOT Grant from MDHHS (11-0-0)
• Approved up to $17,250 additional funding for Medicaid Verification Audit 2025 (11-0-0)
• Approved vouchers for 9‑20‑25 through 10‑10‑25 (11-0-0)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will meet to conduct business and enter a closed session to hear and review requests for assistance. The meeting includes time for public participation and a review of case statuses.

• Closed session to hear/review requests for assistance
• Review of status of cases presented

The Veterans' Affairs Commission adopted its agenda and approved the October 6 minutes. The board entered a closed session to review assistance requests and later returned to an open session. One veteran case was presented and approved. The meeting was adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 6 minutes (motion carried)
• Moved to closed session per Open Meetings Act (motion carried)
• Returned to open session (motion carried)
• Approved one veteran assistance case (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will conduct budget reviews for several county entities. The meeting includes reviews for Corporation Counsel, the Ethics Board, Human Resources & Labor Relations, and the Board of Commissioners.

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

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee adopted the meeting agenda, approved the October 20 minutes, received and filed four budget review items, and adjourned the meeting. All motions passed unanimously with a 13-0-0 vote.

• Adopt agenda (13-0-0)
• Approve minutes dated October 20, 2025 (13-0-0)
• Receive and file budget review items (Corporation Counsel, Ethics Board, Human Resources & Labor Relations, Board of Commissioners) (13-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (13-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will review budget items for Facilities & Operations, Information Technology, and the Capital Improvement Plan. They will also consider an ordinance that fully amends the previously adopted Comprehensive Contracting and Purchasing Policies and Procedures, adding penalties for violations. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Budget review – Facilities & Operations (Budget Page C-33, 34)
• Budget review – Information Technology (Budget Page C-42)
• Budget review – Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance amendment to Comprehensive Contracting and Purchasing Policies with penalties

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee adopted the meeting agenda and approved the October 7 minutes. It received and filed the Facilities & Operations, Information Technology, and Capital Improvement Plan budget review items. The committee also received and filed a draft ordinance to amend comprehensive contracting and purchasing policies for discussion. The meeting was adjourned at 4:29 PM.

• Adopt agenda (vote 11-0-0)
• Approve October 7 minutes (vote 12-0-0)
• Receive and file budget review items 6a‑6c (vote 13-0-0)
• Receive and file discussion on draft contracting and purchasing ordinance (vote 13-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (vote 13-0-0)

General

The Macomb County Solid Waste Management Planning Committee will review a proposed amendment to the county's Solid Waste Master Plan. The meeting includes a discussion on the amendment and the notice of a 90-day public comment period and public hearing.

• Review and discussion of Macomb County Solid Waste Master Plan Proposed Amendment
• Notice of 90-Day Public Comment Period and Public Hearing regarding the plan amendment

Board of Commissioners - Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees

The joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committee will adopt the agenda and approve the September 11 minutes. It will vote on a series of purchases, contract modifications and grant agreements for road maintenance, signal upgrades, and community projects. The committee will also consider a budget amendment to purchase gas masks for the Sheriff Department. All items are presented with specific dollar amounts and responsible department officials.

• Purchase: Kubota SVL65-2HWC Compact Track Loader – $71,270.35
• Contract modification: Cipparrone Contracting – Pavement Preservation – $1,164,599.70
• Contract modification: Ajax Paving Industries – Pavement Preservation – $1,071,086.35
• Contract: MDOT signal improvements in Romeo and Fraser – total $2,366,770 (county cost $883,428)
• Budget amendment: Sheriff Department gas masks – $40,477.24

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees approved a series of purchases, contract modifications, a traffic‑signal upgrade, a budget amendment, and multiple subrecipient agreements. All motions passed unanimously with a 12‑0‑0 vote. Funding for each item is already allocated in the appropriate county budgets.

• Approved purchase of a Kubota SVL65-2HWC Compact Track Loader for $71,270.35 (12‑0‑0)
• Approved contract modification with Cipparrone Contracting Inc. for $1,164,599.70 (12‑0‑0)
• Approved contract modification with Ajax Paving Industries for $1,071,086.35 (12‑0‑0)
• Approved MDOT traffic‑signal improvement contract, county share $883,428 (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $120,000 FY2025 budget amendment for non‑motorized trail planning (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $150,000 subrecipient agreement with City of Center Line for Rotary Park improvements (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $288,700 subrecipient agreement with City of Mount Clemens for senior recreation and playground expansion (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $303,950 subrecipient agreement with City of New Baltimore for ADA ramps and senior programs (12‑0‑0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review and approve eligibility lists for various deputy and dispatcher positions, and will consider hiring several recruits. It will also vote on two payment requests totaling $4,350 for pre‑employment physical and psychological evaluations. These actions are part of routine personnel and financial approvals for the county’s law‑enforcement and corrections staff.

• Approve Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, and Law Enforcement Sergeant eligibility lists
• Hire Corrections Deputies Tanner Reich (effective Oct 18), Dominick Thomas (Oct 20), Shane Wiechert (Oct 19)
• Approve payment of $600 to Ascension for physicals for Jacob Allen, Shane Wiechert, Ashley Reinhout, Tristan Tews
• Approve payment of $3,750 to Harold J. Love and Associates for evaluations for Chelsea Messina, Tanner Reich, Shane Wiechert, Jacob Allen, Tristan Tews

The Civil Service Commission adopted its agenda and approved the September 24 minutes. It approved several eligibility lists and hired multiple deputies and a dispatcher. The board also approved payments totaling $4,350 for pre‑employment physicals and evaluations.

• Adopted agenda (3-0-0)
• Approved September 24 minutes (3-0-0)
• Approved multiple eligibility lists (Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, Law Enforcement Sergeant) (3-0-0)
• Approved hiring of Jacob Allen, Ashley Reinhout, Tristan Tews (3-0-0)
• Approved payment to Ascension for pre‑employment physicals totaling $600 (3-0-0)
• Approved payment to Harold J. Love and Associates $3,750 for pre‑employment evaluations (3-0-0)
• Received and filed pre‑employment physical/psychological evaluation request for Parr King Deputy Recruit (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 09:18 AM (3-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees

The Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees will review several department recommendations, including IT upgrades and health service contracts. The body is also discussing a millage for capital improvements at the Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility and the establishment of Prepaid Insurance Health Plan bylaws.

• Bernco, Inc contract for 2025 Masonry Restoration Project ($1,835,767)
• Resolution 2025-14186 to levy a millage for Martha T. Berry Medical Care Facility capital improvements
• Purchase of Windows 11 incompatibility equipment, including 60 HP desktops and 25 in-car Sheriff PCs ($174,893.95)
• Contracts for remains removal and transport services with Paradigm Removal Service ($75,000) and Heritage Services LLC ($75,000)
• Ordinance 2025-XX to establish Prepaid Insurance Health Plan Bylaws

The Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees approved several contracts and purchases, all passing unanimously. The largest contract approved was a $1,835,767 masonry restoration agreement with Bernco, Inc. Additional approvals included biohazard cleaning services, a CivicPlus codification statement of work, IT VOIP budget amendment and related purchases, a Karpel Solutions change order, Windows 11 equipment acquisition, and a Trace3 VMware maintenance agreement.

• Approved contract with On‑Site Specialty Cleaning & Restoration for biohazard cleaning (unit pricing) – vote 12‑0‑0
• Approved contract with Bernco, Inc. for 2025 masonry restoration ($1,835,767) – vote 12‑0‑0
• Approved Statement of Work with CivicPlus for MuniCode codification ($13,000) – vote 12‑0‑0
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment for IT VOIP upgrade ($52,255.96) – vote 13‑0‑0
• Approved purchase with People Driven Technology for VOIP upgrade ($52,255.96) – vote 13‑0‑0
• Approved change order with Karpel Solutions for Tyler Technologies LERMS interface ($6,000) – vote 13‑0‑0
• Approved purchase of Windows 11 incompatibility equipment ($174,893.95) – vote 13‑0‑0
• Approved maintenance agreement with Trace3 for VMware services ($225,486.24) – vote 13‑0‑0

Community Mental Health Board - Program and Budget Committee

The Program and Budget Committee will consider several approvals, including contracts with two vendors for outpatient mental health services, an engagement letter with Health Management Associates, and a FY2026 advertising proposal with Airfoil for $88,117. A new item requesting approval of SUGS-2026 grants from MDHHS will also be discussed. All items are pending legal approval before final adoption.

• Approve contracts with Health Equity and Recovery Technologies, LLC and Open Arms Coordination Services, Inc. for outpatient services
• Approve Health Management Associates (HMA) engagement letter (pending legal approval)
• Approve FY2026 advertising proposal with Airfoil for $88,117 (pending legal approval)
• Approve SUGS-2026 grants from MDHHS (pending legal approval)

The Program and Budget Committee approved four items, each passing with unanimous support from all 11 voting members. Contracts were approved with Health Equity and Recovery Technologies, LLC and Open Arms Coordination Services, Inc. for outpatient services. The committee also approved the Health Management Associates engagement letter, an advertising proposal with Airfoil up to $88,117, and the SUGS‑2026 grants from MDHHS.

• Approved contracting with Health Equity and Recovery Technologies, LLC and Open Arms Coordination Services, Inc. for outpatient mental health services (unanimous 11 yea votes)
• Approved Health Management Associates (HMA) engagement letter (unanimous 11 yea votes)
• Approved MCCMH advertising proposal FY2026 with Airfoil, not to exceed $88,117 (unanimous 11 yea votes)
• Approved SUGS‑2026 grants from MDHHS (unanimous 11 yea votes)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees

The Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees will consider several finance items, including a $7,897,487.23 change order for the Central Intake & Assessment Center project. They will also hear appointment interviews for the Human/Social Services Board and the Board of Canvassers, and discuss a resolution to transfer county real property to Macomb Community College. Additional agenda items include proclamations, budget reviews and closed‑session litigation updates.

• Contract: Granger Construction – Central Intake & Assessment Center Project Change Order #5 ($7,897,487.23)
• Contract: Maximus US Services, Inc. – Cost Allocation Plan ($52,500)
• Purchase: Todd Wenzel Chevrolet – 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle ($54,319)
• Resolution 2025-14157: Transfer of certain county real property to Macomb Community College
• Appointment interviews: Human/Social Services Board (1 vacancy) and Board of Canvassers (2 vacancies)

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the agenda and approved the prior meeting minutes. It recommended and approved appointments to the Human/Social Services Board, the Board of Canvassers, and the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. The board approved a $7,897,487.23 change order for the Central Intake & Assessment Center project and adopted the 2025 tax apportionment and millage rates. All motions passed with a 13‑0‑0 vote.

• Adopted agenda (13-0-0)
• Approved Finance/Audit/Budget Committee minutes (13-0-0)
• Recommended appointment to Human/Social Services Board (13-0-0)
• Recommended appointments to Board of Canvassers (13-0-0)
• Concurred in appointments to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (13-0-0)
• Approved CIAC Change Order #5 for $7,897,487.23 (13-0-0)
• Approved Maximus US Services cost allocation contract for $52,500 (13-0-0)
• Approved 2025 tax apportionment and millage rates (13-0-0)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will meet to review requests for assistance during a closed session. The meeting also includes a review of the status of previously presented cases.

• Closed session to hear and review requests for assistance
• Review of the status of presented cases

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the September 16 minutes. It moved to a closed session to review assistance requests, then returned to open session. One veterans assistance case was presented and approved. The meeting was adjourned at 11:45 AM.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 16 minutes (motion carried)
• Moved to closed session for assistance requests (motion carried)
• Returned to open session (motion carried)
• Approved one veterans assistance case (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners - Finance/Audit/Budget Committee

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee will review the 2026 Executive Recommended Budget and a five-year Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes a presentation on the budget review process and approval of previous committee minutes.

• Review of 2026 Executive Recommended Budget
• Review of 2026-2030 Five-year Capital Improvement Program
• Approval of Joint Government Oversight Committee minutes
• Presentation on Budget Review Process
• Approval of Finance/Audit/Budget Committee minutes

The Finance/Audit/Budget Committee adopted the meeting agenda with a 13‑0‑0 vote. It approved the September 9, 2025 joint oversight minutes by the same unanimous vote. The committee received and filed the 2026 Executive Recommended Budget and Capital Improvement presentations, also unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 3:54 PM with a 13‑0‑0 vote.

• Adopt agenda (13-0-0)
• Approve September 9, 2025 joint oversight minutes (13-0-0)
• Receive and file 2026 budget and capital improvement presentations (13-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting at 3:54 PM (13-0-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board will consider several financial approvals, including facilities expenditures, a software license renewal, and the FY26 budget. A new interagency cash transfer agreement for $497,630 is on the agenda pending legal review. Additional items include contract approvals for services and accreditation funding. The meeting also includes routine minutes approval, public hearing, and a closed‑session legal discussion.

• Approve FY25/26 facilities expenditures not to exceed $53,000
• Approve 3‑year renewal of Microsoft Dynamics 365 user licenses for $34,071.78
• Approve $10,120 budget for MCCMH CCBHC NCQA accreditation
• Approve MRS Interagency Cash Transfer Agreement (ICTA) #336 for $497,630.00 (pending legal review)
• Approve MISD Contracted Services Agreement for Maple Lane, Rockwell and Neil Reed (July 1 2025 – June 30 2026, approved by legal)

The Full Board unanimously approved a $497,630 MRS Interagency Cash Transfer Agreement (ICTA #336). It also approved several other items, including FY25/26 facilities expenditures up to $53,000, a $34,071.78 Microsoft Dynamics 365 license renewal, the FY26 original budget, FY26 MDHHS grants, a $10,120 accreditation budget, and a $14,815 ICTA for substance‑use disorders. The board received and filed an MOU with Community Corrections and urged the BOC to review draft bylaws and a possible interlocal agreement.

• Approved $497,630 MRS Interagency Cash Transfer Agreement (ICTA #336) – unanimous
• Approved FY25/26 facilities expenditures not to exceed $53,000 – unanimous
• Approved $34,071.78 Microsoft Dynamics 365 3‑year license renewal – unanimous
• Approved FY26 original budget – unanimous
• Approved FY26 MDHHS grants – unanimous
• Approved $10,120 budget for CCBHC NCQA accreditation – unanimous
• Approved $14,815 ICTA for Substance Use Disorders (FY26) – unanimous
• Received and filed MOU between Community Corrections and MCCMH for Engagement Center funding – unanimous

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will review and approve its September 2025 budget and several eligibility lists for corrections and dispatch positions. It will also approve payments for pre‑employment physical and psychological evaluations totaling $2,250. New hires and evaluation requests will be received and filed during the meeting.

• Approve Civil Service Commission budget (September 2025)
• Approve eligibility lists for Corrections Deputies, Dispatchers, and Sergeants
• Approve $300 payment to Ascension for physical evaluations (Invoice #579274, 8/29/2025)
• Approve $1,500 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological evaluations (Invoice #2224, 9/15/2025)
• Approve $750 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological evaluation (Invoice #2223, 9/15/2025)

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the September 10 minutes. It approved the August 2025 budget and several eligibility lists, then hired three corrections deputies. Payments of $300 to Ascension and $2,250 to Harold J. Love & Associates for pre‑employment evaluations were authorized. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0‑0) and the meeting adjourned at 9:22 AM.

• Adopted agenda (3-0-0)
• Approved September 10 minutes (3-0-0)
• Approved August 2025 budget (3-0-0)
• Approved Corrections Deputy, Dispatcher, Deputy, and Sergeant eligibility lists (3-0-0)
• Approved hiring of Tanner Reich, Dominick Thomas, and Shane Wiechert (3-0-0)
• Approved $300 payment to Ascension for physical evaluations (3-0-0)
• Approved $2,250 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological evaluations (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Older Adult Advisory Committee

The Older Adult Advisory Committee will adopt its agenda, approve minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting, and hear a presentation from Forgotten Harvest’s Director of Government Relations, Eric Candela. The committee will also receive the September 2025 BOC monthly updates and review its action item tracker. Additional correspondence items include a Focus Macomb article and a Public Health Macomb newsletter.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve minutes dated August 26, 2025
• Presentation by Forgotten Harvest – Eric Candela, Director of Government Relations
• BOC Monthly Updates: September 2025
• OAAC Action Item Tracker

The committee adopted the meeting agenda with a unanimous 14‑0‑0 vote. It approved the August 26, 2025 minutes, also unanimously. The board received and filed the Forgotten Harvest presentation, the September BOC Monthly Updates and OAAC Action Item Tracker, and two correspondence items, each passing 14‑0‑0. The meeting was adjourned at 4:14 PM after a unanimous vote.

• Adopt agenda (14-0-0)
• Approve August 26, 2025 minutes (14-0-0)
• Receive and file Forgotten Harvest presentation (14-0-0)
• Receive and file BOC Monthly Updates and OAAC Action Item Tracker (14-0-0)
• Receive and file correspondence items (Focus Macomb article and Public Health Macomb Newsletter) (14-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting at 4:14 PM (14-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board will vote on several major contracts, including a $4.43 million purchase of Tasers from Axon Enterprise and a $1.17 million construction project for the COMTEC Building. It will also consider a $5.19 million cost‑share agreement for Powell Road improvements and a $1.04 million jail‑based peer recovery service contract. Additional agenda items cover budget amendments for sheriff department equipment and opioid settlement fund allocations.

• Contract: Axon Enterprise, Inc. – Tasers ($4,430,466)
• Contract: D & S Contractors, Inc. – Roads/COMTEC Building 2nd & 3rd Floor Improvements ($1,171,307)
• Revised Cost Share Agreement: Powell Road extension (Total $5,186,351; County $2,074,540)
• Budget Amendment: Sheriff's Department – Axon Tasers ($444,638.25)
• Contract: CARE of Southeastern Michigan – Jail‑Based Peer Recovery Services ($1,040,000)

The full board adopted its agenda and approved prior meeting minutes. Commissioners appointed members to the Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board, the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, and the Solid Waste Planning Committee, and confirmed John F. Scanlon as Director of Finance. The board also approved several contracts and purchases, including a $13,544 drone‑liability insurance policy, an $84,320 environmental consulting contract, and a $40,648 Dodge Durango for the sheriff’s enforcement team.

• Adopted agenda (12-0-0)
• Approved prior minutes (12-0-0)
• Appointed Michael C. Barrett and Mark Michael Koroi to Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board (12-0-0)
• Concurred in appointment of Troy S. Jeschke and Kenneth Goike to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (12-0-0)
• Concurred in appointment of nine members to Solid Waste Planning Committee (12-0-0)
• Approved $13,544 Nickel & Saph drone liability insurance contract (12-0-0)
• Approved $84,320 ABF Environmental environmental consulting contract (12-0-0)
• Approved $40,648 purchase of 2026 Dodge Durango for Sheriff's Enforcement Team (12-0-0)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will consider a motion to hold a closed‑session meeting under the Open Meetings Act to review a request for assistance. It will then vote on returning to open session. The commission will also receive updates on the status of pending cases. The meeting ends with adjournment and the scheduling of the next meeting on October 7, 2025.

• Motion to meet in closed session under the Open Meetings Act
• Motion to return to open session
• Public participation with a 5‑minute speaker limit
• Discussion of status of cases presented

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the September 2, 2025 minutes. It voted to meet in closed session to review assistance requests, then returned to open session. Two veteran assistance cases were approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Moved to closed session to review assistance requests (motion carried)
• Returned to open session (motion carried)
• Approved two veteran assistance cases (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees will discuss infrastructure improvements and public safety equipment. The body is reviewing several high-value contracts for road work, tasers, and opioid recovery services.

• Contract for Roads/COMTEC Building improvements with D & S Contractors, Inc. for $1,171,307
• Revised cost share for Powell Road from 30 1/2 Mile to 32 Mile with a county cost of $2,074,540
• Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for tasers totaling $4,430,466
• Purchase of a mobile command vehicle from LDV, Inc. for $797,219
• Contract with Sacred Heart for Medication Assisted Treatment programming for $1,972,890

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committee adopted its agenda and approved the August 20, 2025 minutes. It adopted a proclamation for Patriot Week and Constitution Day. The committee recommended approval of several contracts and purchases, including a $4.43 M Axon Taser contract for the Sheriff's Department and a $797,219 mobile command vehicle. All motions passed unanimously except one initial road‑building contract vote, which later was recommended for approval.

• Adopt agenda (13-0-0)
• Approve August 20, 2025 minutes (13-0-0)
• Adopt Patriot Week proclamation (13-0-0)
• Recommend D&S Contractors $1,171,307 road/COMTEC building contract (13-0-0)
• Recommend Public Services Dept Recommendations 7b‑7d (13-0-0)
• Approve purchase of LDV Mobile Command Vehicle $797,219 (13-0-0)
• Motion to recommend Axon Taser budget amendment $444,638.25 and contract passed (0-0-0)
• Approve Axon Enterprise $4,430,466 Taser contract (0-0-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will adopt the amended agenda and approve the minutes from the August 27 meeting. It will review and approve several personnel eligibility lists, confirm the hiring of Sydney Packard as a Corrections Deputy effective September 22, and approve the hiring of three dispatchers. The commission will also approve a $300 payment to Ascension for pre‑employment physical evaluations.

• Approve Corrections Deputy eligibility list
• Approve Dispatch eligibility list
• Hire Sydney Packard as Corrections Deputy (effective Sep 22, 2025)
• Hire dispatchers Jennifer Chadwick, Rula Dashto, and Chelsea Messina
• Approve $300 payment to Ascension for pre‑employment physicals

The Civil Service Commission adopted its amended agenda and approved the August 27 minutes. It approved eligibility lists for corrections deputies, dispatchers, and deputies, and authorized the hiring of three dispatchers. The board also adopted a policy to accept applicants without a high‑school diploma if they hold a college degree, and approved a $300 payment to Ascension for pre‑employment physical evaluations.

• Adopted amended agenda (3-0-0)
• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (3-0-0)
• Approved Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved Dispatch eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved hiring of Jennifer Chadwick, Rula Dashto, and Chelsea Messina as dispatchers (3-0-0)
• Approved policy to accept applicants without high school diploma but with college degree (3-0-0)
• Approved $300 payment to Ascension for pre‑employment physical evaluations (3-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees

The Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees will adopt the agenda, approve the August 18 minutes, and hear brief public comments. They will consider internal services recommendations, including software subscription purchases and a $260,000 budget amendment for capital planning and space‑needs assessment services. They will also review health and human services recommendations, notably several senior‑services contracts and budget amendments, including a $870,077 amendment to Elite Catering’s food services contract.

• $870,077 amendment to Elite Catering Company food services contract (Senior Services)
• $790,000 food service contract with Fraser Public Schools (Senior Services)
• $776,900 food service contract with Variety FoodServices (Senior Services)
• $260,000 contract for Capital Planning & Space Needs Assessment Services with Plante Moran Realpoint
• $56,815 Bentley Systems SELECT program software subscriptions

The board unanimously adopted the agenda and minutes. It then approved several contracts and budget amendments, most notably a $260,000 FY2025 budget amendment to fund Capital Planning & Space Needs Assessment Services and a $260,000 contract with Plante Moran Realpoint for those services. Additional approvals included a $56,815 IT software license agreement with Bentley Systems and various senior‑services contracts and budget changes.

• Approved $56,815 Bentley Systems SELECT software licenses (12-0-0)
• Approved no‑cost addendum with City of Warren for Backup Dispatch Center upgrades (12-0-0)
• Approved Master Service Agreement with Plante Moran Realpoint for Capital Development Program consulting ($0) (12-0-0)
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment transferring $260,000 to Capital Improvement Fund for Capital Planning & Space Needs Assessment Services (12-0-0)
• Approved $260,000 contract with Plante Moran Realpoint for Capital Planning & Space Needs Assessment Services (12-0-0)
• Approved $10,000 contract extension with Catlin Enterprises for pest control services (12-0-0)
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment of $215,391 for congregate meals (12-0-0)
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment of $395,389 for home‑delivered meals (12-0-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Program and Budget Committee

The Program and Budget Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve the fiscal year 2026 original budget and related grants. The body is also considering several specific contracts and expenditure requests for facilities and software.

• Request to approve the fiscal year 2026 original budget
• FY25/26 Facilities expenditures not to exceed $53,000
• TMG - Microsoft Dynamics 365 User Licenses 3-year renewal for $34,071.78
• Budget of $10,120 for MCCMH to pursue CCBHC NCQA accreditation
• Request to approve FY26 MDHHS grants

The Program and Budget Committee unanimously approved facilities expenditures up to $53,000 for FY25/26. It also approved a $34,071.78 three‑year renewal of Microsoft Dynamics 365 user licenses. The FY2026 original budget, the FY25/26 PIHP contract, FY26 MDHHS grants, and a $10,120 budget for CCBHC NCQA accreditation were all approved as well.

• Approved FY25/26 facilities expenditures not to exceed $53,000 (unanimous)
• Approved TMG‑Microsoft Dynamics 365 user‑license renewal for $34,071.78 (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 original budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY25/26 PIHP contract (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 MDHHS grants (unanimous)
• Approved $10,120 budget for CCBHC NCQA accreditation (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees

The Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees are meeting to interview candidates for the Director of Finance and various boards. The body will hear presentations from three firms bidding to be Independent Counsel for the Board of Commissioners and review several department contracts.

• Contract for ABF Environmental for CIAC Capital Improvement Project demolition ($84,320)
• Contract for Nickel & Saph, Inc. for Drone Liability Insurance Policy Renewal ($13,544)
• Purchase of one 2026 Dodge Durango GT Plus AWD for Sheriff's Enforcement Team ($40,648)
• Ratification of Macomb County Professional Deputy Sheriff's Association Bargaining Agreement
• Presentations for Independent Counsel from Dickinson Wright PLLC, Kirk, Huth, Lange & Badalamenti PLC, and The Kelly Firm PLC

The Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committee adopted its agenda and approved the August 19, 2025 minutes. It confirmed John F. Scanlon as Director of Finance and made several board and committee appointments. The committee also approved a $13,544 drone liability insurance contract and adopted four proclamations, while a proposal to survey older adults was rejected.

• Adopted agenda (12-0-0)
• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (12-0-0)
• Appointed John F. Scanlon as Director of Finance (12-0-0)
• Recommended two members to Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board (12-0-0)
• Concurred in re‑appointment of Troy S. Jeschke and appointment of Kenneth Goike to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (12-0-0)
• Approved nine appointments to Solid Waste Planning Committee (12-0-0)
• Approved $13,544 Drone Liability Insurance contract with Nickel & Saph, Inc. (12-0-0)
• Failed motion to conduct Older Adult Advisory Committee survey (1-11-0)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will meet on September 2, 2025. After routine items, the board will vote on a motion to enter a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to hear and review a request for assistance. The meeting will then return to open session before adjourning.

• Motion to hold a closed‑session meeting to review a request for assistance
• Public participation limited to five minutes per speaker

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from August 5, 2025. It moved to a closed session to review assistance requests, then returned to an open session. Two veteran assistance cases were presented and approved. The meeting was adjourned.

• Adopt agenda (motion carried)
• Approve August 5, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Move to closed session to review assistance requests (motion carried)
• Return to open session (motion carried)
• Approve two veteran assistance cases (motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried)

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will review and adopt its 2025 budget. It will also consider and approve several personnel eligibility lists and hiring actions. Additionally, the commission will authorize payment of $2,250 for pre‑employment psychological evaluations.

• Approve the 2025 Civil Service Commission budget
• Approve Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, and Deputy eligibility lists
• Hire Corrections Deputies Carson Borycz, Courtney Janowicz, Julian Johnson, Shayla Jolly, and Erika Robinson effective early September 2025
• Authorize payment of $2,250 to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological evaluations (Invoice #2212 and #2219)
• Terminate Deputy Michael Antonelli (effective Aug 20, 2025) and retire Corrections Deputy William Fasbender (effective Sep 15, 2025)

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the August 13 meeting. It then approved the 2025 Civil Service Commission budget. Several personnel actions were approved, including eligibility lists, hiring of a corrections deputy, and payment of pre‑employment evaluation invoices.

• Adopt agenda (3-0-0)
• Approve August 13 minutes (3-0-0)
• Approve 2025 Civil Service Commission budget (3-0-0)
• Approve Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approve Dispatch eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approve hiring of Sydney Packard, Corrections Deputy (3-0-0)
• Approve appeal for Dominick Thomas psychological evaluation (3-0-0)
• Pay $2,250 in invoices for pre‑employment psychological evaluations (3-0-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board will meet to approve contracts, funding requests, and resolutions. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege.

• Approval of FY26 CMHSP Contract
• Vendor contract with Grammarly for $7,000.50
• Funding for marketing materials not to exceed $12,000
• Funding for 2026 Mental Health Matters Awards not to exceed $35,000
• Lease agreement for 19800 Hall Road, Clinton Township

The Full Board approved several contracts and funding items, including a lease for a new office location, a vendor contract with Grammarly, and budget allocations for marketing and awards. It also approved the MDHHS employee contract and the PIHP Amendment 2. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved lease agreement between Thirty-Fifth Macomb LLC and MCCMH at 19800 Hall Road, Clinton Township
• Approved vendor contract with Grammarly for $7,000.50 for one year
• Approved funding for marketing materials not to exceed $12,000
• Approved funding not to exceed $35,000 for the 2026 Mental Health Matters Awards and Celebration
• Approved MDHHS contract for one employee – $75,650 (10/1/25 to 9/30/26)
• Approved MISD Early On Letter of Understanding 2025-2026 Grant Year
• Approved PIHP Amendment 2
• Approved FY26 CMHSP Contract – Boilerplate

Older Adult Advisory Committee

The committee will hear a presentation on the Fraser Senior Activity Center and a survey on elder abuse. It will review the OAAC 2025 second‑quarter report, July‑August monthly updates, and the action‑item tracker. The meeting also includes correspondence about senior resources and the 34th Annual Senior Fun Festival.

• Presentation: Fraser Senior Activity Center information
• Presentation: Survey results on abuse in later life
• Committee item: OAAC 2025 Second Quarter Report
• Committee item: BOC Monthly Updates for July‑August 2025
• Correspondence: 34th Annual Senior Fun Festival (Sept 25, 2025)

The committee adopted its agenda and approved the June 24, 2025 minutes. It received and filed presentations, the 2025 second‑quarter report, and correspondence items. All motions passed unanimously with a 14‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 4:17 PM.

• Adopted agenda (14-0-0)
• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (14-0-0)
• Received and filed presentations (14-0-0)
• Received and filed 2025 second‑quarter report (14-0-0)
• Received and filed correspondence items (14-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:17 PM (14-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will consider multiple contracts, budget amendments, and appointments. Key items include a $4.59 million road paving project, a $1.13 million liability insurance policy, and a settlement agreement in a circuit court case. The board will also vote on appointments to the Community Mental Health Board and several proclamations.

• Contract with Pro-Line Asphalt Paving Corp. for Powell Road paving from 30 1/2 Mile Road to 32 Mile Road in Washington Township ($4,590,538 total county cost)
• Contract with Nickel & Saph, Inc. for package liability policy ($1,133,086)
• Settlement agreement in Macomb County Circuit Court Case No. 2019-000524-CD
• Contract with MDOT for Clinton River Spillway Trail shared use path rehabilitation ($603,454 total; $117,099 county cost)
• Appointments to Community Mental Health Board (7 candidates for 1 vacancy)

The Macomb County Board adopted its agenda and approved the July 24 minutes. Commissioners appointed Jacqueline "Jackie" Catinella to the Community Mental Health Board and adopted two proclamations. The Board also approved a $311,000 contract for WIC services with the Arab Community Center and approved $342,945.28 in IT maintenance agreements with People Driven Technology.

• Appointed Jacqueline "Jackie" Catinella to the Community Mental Health Board (12-0-0)
• Adopted proclamations honoring Sanders' 150th anniversary and Noelle Schlesselman Hall of Fame induction (12-0-0)
• Received and filed BOC Casual Day Recipient Recognition for Carol's Angels and Warriors (13-0-0)
• Approved $311,000 contract with Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services for WIC services (13-0-0)
• Approved $342,945.28 IT maintenance agreements with People Driven Technology (13-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees will review and vote on several budget amendments and contracts. Major items include a $4,590,538 contract to pave Powell Road (30½‑32 Mile Road) in Washington Township, a $603,454 MDOT shared‑use path rehabilitation on the Clinton River Spillway Trail, and a $359,349 EGLE grant for planning. Smaller budget amendments for court technology, a sheriff grant, a juvenile‑justice communication system, and a resolution to approve legal services for the Prosecuting Attorney will also be considered. Presentations from regional partners such as Consumers Energy and Automation Alley will be heard.

• Contract: Pro-Line Asphalt Paving Corp – Powell Road paving (30½‑32 Mile Road), Washington Township – $4,590,538 county cost
• Contract: MDOT – Shared Use Path Rehabilitation on Clinton River Spillway Trail – total $603,454, county $117,099
• Budget amendment: EGLE Materials Management Planning Program Grant – $359,349
• Budget amendment: Juvenile Justice Center communication system purchase – $101,620
• Resolution 2025-13907 – Approve legal services for the Prosecuting Attorney

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees approved several budget amendments and contracts, including a $4.59 M contract to pave Powell Road in Washington Township and a $603 k shared‑use path rehabilitation on the Clinton River Spillway Trail. They also approved a $359,349 EGLE grant amendment, a $10,000 circuit‑court technology grant, a $19,369 sheriff department grant, a $101,620 juvenile‑justice communications purchase, and a resolution for legal services for the Prosecuting Attorney. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $4,590,538 Powell Road paving contract (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $603,454 shared‑use path rehabilitation contract (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $359,349 EGLE Materials Management Planning Program grant amendment (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $10,000 circuit court self‑help center technology grant amendment (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $19,369 sheriff department Justice Assistance Grant amendment (12‑0‑0)
• Approved $101,620 purchase of new communication system for Juvenile Justice Center (11‑0‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-13907 to approve legal services for the Prosecuting Attorney (12‑0‑0)
• Adopted agenda and approved minutes (12‑0‑0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees

The Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees will review several contracts with Nickel & Saph, Inc., adopt an amended Board of Commissioners' Social Media Policy, and consider a settlement agreement for Macomb County Circuit Court Case No. 2019-000524-CD. The meeting also includes quarterly updates from the Central Intake & Assessment Center and the Finance Department.

• Contract with Nickel & Saph, Inc. – Property Insurance Policy ($690,050)
• Contract with Nickel & Saph, Inc. – CyberRisk Liability Policy ($171,245)
• Amended Board of Commissioners' Social Media Policy
• Settlement Agreement for Macomb County Circuit Court Case No. 2019-000524-CD
• Central Intake & Assessment Center (CIAC) Quarterly Update – August 2025

The Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees adopted the agenda and July 22 minutes, recommended a Community Mental Health Board appointment, and approved four insurance contracts totaling $2,005,102. They also adopted an amended Social Media Policy, two proclamations, a $1,167,152 budget amendment for the Central Intake & Assessment Center project, and a settlement agreement in the Tudor v. County case.

• Adopted agenda (13-0-0)
• Approved July 22 minutes (13-0-0)
• Recommended appointment to Community Mental Health Board (13-0-0)
• Approved Nickel & Saph insurance contracts: Property $690,050; CyberRisk $171,245; Government Crime $10,721; Package Liability $1,133,086 (13-0-0)
• Adopted amended Social Media Policy (13-0-0)
• Adopted proclamations for Sanders' 150th anniversary and Noelle Schlesselman Hall of Fame induction (13-0-0)
• Approved FY2025 budget amendment for CIAC project $1,167,152 (13-0-0)
• Approved settlement agreement in Tudor v. County case (13-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Board of Commissioners is hosting a town hall session featuring updates and Q&A with various state and federal legislators. The meeting is designed for constituent interaction and legislative updates.

• Town Hall session with state senators and representatives
• Updates from the office of U.S. Senator Gary Peters

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the meeting agenda (13-0-0). They also unanimously approved receiving and filing the legislative updates and Q&A with commissioners (12-0-0). Finally, the board unanimously adjourned the meeting (13-0-0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopt agenda – passed (13-0-0)
• Receive and file legislative updates – passed (12-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting – passed (13-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Internal Services and Health and Human Services Committees

The joint Health and Human Services and Internal Services committees will consider a services agreement granting $311,000 to the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). The Internal Services committee will review multiple budget amendments, contracts, and IT maintenance agreements totaling several hundred thousand dollars, including a $342,945.28 IT security services contract and a $119,500 CCTV cleaning contract for the Macomb Service Center. Public participation will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Grant of $311,000 to ACCESS for WIC services
• Budget amendment for MACE Forensic Lab Storage ($41,178.02)
• IT maintenance agreements total $342,945.28
• CCTV and service cleaning contract for Macomb Service Center ($119,500)
• Administration Building water infiltration design contract ($66,000)

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners approved a $311,000 contract with the Arab Community Center for WIC services for Arabic‑speaking residents. It also approved several IT purchases and maintenance agreements totaling $342,945.28, and budget amendments and contracts for sheriff IT storage, CCTV cleaning, and a water‑infiltration design project. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved $311,000 WIC services contract with Arab Community Center (11-0-0)
• Approved $41,178.02 budget amendment and purchase for Sheriff’s IT storage project (11-0-0)
• Approved $342,945.28 IT maintenance agreements with People Driven Technology (11-0-0)
• Approved $119,500 budget amendment and contract for CCTV cleaning at Service Center (11-0-0)
• Approved $66,000 budget amendment and contract for Administration Building water infiltration design (11-0-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Program and Budget Committee

The Program and Budget Committee will consider several approval requests, including a MISD Early On grant letter of understanding, a PIHP Amendment 2, the FY26 CMHSP contract, a Grammarly vendor contract for $7,000.50, marketing materials funding up to $12,000, and awards funding up to $35,000. The meeting also includes a public hearing, a CEO update, and a closed session to discuss an attorney‑client privilege memo.

• Approve MISD – Early On Letter of Understanding 2025‑2026 grant year (legal approved)
• Approve PIHP Amendment 2 (legal approved)
• Approve FY26 CMHSP Contract – boilerplate (legal approved)
• Approve vendor contract with Grammarly for $7,000.50 for one year (pending legal review)
• Approve funding for marketing materials not to exceed $12,000

The committee adopted the agenda with the addition of Item G to move the new lease for 19800 Hall Road to the Full Board. It approved several contracts and funding items, including a Grammarly vendor contract for $7,000.50, marketing materials up to $12,000, and $35,000 for the 2026 Mental Health Matters Awards. A resolution honoring Bruce Dunton Jr. was also approved, and the meeting entered a closed session before adjourning at 7:47 PM.

• Adopted agenda with Item G addition (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Dana Freers, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved MISD – Early On Letter of Understanding 2025‑2026 (Yea: all 9 members; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved PIHP Amendment 2 (Yea: all 9 members; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved FY26 CMHSP Contract – Boilerplate (Yea: all 9 members; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved vendor contract with Grammarly for $7,000.50 for one year (Yea: all 9 members; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved funding for marketing materials not to exceed $12,000 (Yea: all 9 members; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved funding not to exceed $35,000 for the 2026 Mental Health Matters Awards and Celebration (Yea: all 9 members; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved Bruce Dunton Jr. Resolution (Yea: all 9 members; Nay: None; Abstain: None)

Civil Service Commission

The Macomb County Civil Service Commission will review and approve several eligibility lists for Corrections Deputies, Dispatchers, and Sergeants, and will consider hiring recommendations for multiple deputy positions. It will also receive and file resignation and retirement paperwork for two deputies. The commission will vote on payments totaling $1,500 to Ascension for physical exams and $6,000 to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological exams. All items are scheduled for the August 13, 2025 meeting.

• Review and approve Corrections Deputy eligibility list
• Review and approve Dispatch eligibility list
• Approve hiring recommendations for eight Corrections Deputies and one Dispatcher
• Approve $1,500 payment to Ascension for pre‑employment physical evaluations
• Approve $6,000 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates for pre‑employment psychological evaluations

The Civil Service Commission adopted its agenda and approved the July 23, 2025 minutes. It approved eligibility lists for Corrections Deputies, Dispatchers, Deputies, and Sergeants, and received and filed hiring, resignation, and evaluation documents. The commission also approved payments totaling $7,500 for pre‑employment physical and psychological evaluations. All motions passed unanimously (3-0-0).

• Adopted agenda (3-0-0)
• Approved July 23 minutes (3-0-0)
• Approved Corrections Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved Dispatch eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved Deputy eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved Sergeant eligibility list (3-0-0)
• Approved $1,500 Ascension physical‑evaluation payments (3-0-0)
• Approved $6,000 Harold J. Love & Associates psychological‑evaluation payments (3-0-0)

Veterans' Affairs Commission and Relief Fund

The Veterans Service Commission will first vote on a motion to enter a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to review a request for assistance. After that discussion, the board will vote to return to open session. No other cases or business items are listed for this meeting.

• Motion to hold a closed‑session meeting to review a request for assistance
• Motion to return to open‑session after the closed session

The Veterans Services Committee adopted its agenda for the meeting and approved the minutes from July 15, 2025. Both motions were carried without recorded vote counts. The meeting was then adjourned by a carried motion.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners - Full Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners will consider and vote on several infrastructure contracts, including two major Michigan Department of Transportation projects totaling over $7.8 million. The agenda also includes budget amendments for health grants, animal shelter improvements, and sheriff department services. Additional items cover appointments, proclamations, and resolutions on health policy and legal services.

• MDOT North River Road (I‑94 to Bridgeview St) rehabilitation – Total $2,363,500; County $428,976
• MDOT 14 Mile Road over Red Run Drain and Van Dyke‑to‑Hoover Rd rehabilitation – Total $5,500,150; County $1,100,030
• Animal Shelter Outfall Project contract with HMC, LLC – $115,837.25
• Macomb County Jail security electronics replacement design & management – $112,242
• Workday Services integration contract amendment with Guidehouse Inc. – $60,000

The Macomb County Board adopted its agenda and approved the prior meeting minutes. It appointed two members to the Veterans' Affairs Commission and five commissioners to the Ethics Ordinance Work Group. The board adopted two proclamations honoring local sports teams and approved several health‑and‑human‑services budget amendments and a $100,000 contract for financial education services.

• Adopted agenda (13-0-0)
• Approved Full Board minutes dated June 12, 2025 (13-0-0)
• Appointed Manuel (Manny) Gonzales and Lance Pittman to Veterans' Affairs Commission (13-0-0)
• Appointed Commissioners Goike, Haugh, VanSyckel, Wojno and Chair Sabatini to Ethics Ordinance Work Group (13-0-0)
• Adopted proclamations for Armada Trap Team and Richmond Blue Devils softball team (12-0-0)
• Approved $74,480 budget amendment for Emerging Threats Health Grant (13-0-0)
• Approved $100,000 contract with Michigan State University Extension for financial education services (13-0-0)
• Approved $25,000 budget amendment for EGLE Real‑Time Beach Testing grant (13-0-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission is meeting to approve the 2025 budget and several eligibility lists for law enforcement and dispatch positions. The body will also review pre-employment evaluations and approve specific hires and promotions. Members will discuss moving the Oath on the application to the final page.

• Review and approval of the 2025 Civil Service Commission budget
• Approval of eligibility lists for Corrections Deputy, Dispatch, Deputy, Law Enforcement Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain
• Approval of $600.00 in payments to Ascension for pre-employment physical evaluations
• Approval of $1,500.00 in payments to Harold J. Love & Associates for psychological evaluations
• Review and approval for hire of seven individuals for Deputy, Corrections Deputy, and Dispatcher roles

The commission adopted its agenda and approved the 2025 budget. It approved a change to the oath wording and authorized numerous eligibility lists and hires, while denying one candidate after a failed psychological exam. The board also approved payments for pre‑employment physical and psychological evaluations. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0‑0).

• Adopted agenda (3-0-0)
• Approved 2025 Civil Service Commission budget (3-0-0)
• Approved removal of oath from application and addition to last page (3-0-0)
• Approved multiple eligibility lists for corrections, dispatch, and law‑enforcement positions (3-0-0)
• Approved hires for several candidates; denied Dominick Thomas after failed psych exam (3-0-0)
• Approved $600 payment to Ascension for pre‑employment physical evaluations (3-0-0)
• Approved $1,500 payment to Harold J. Love & Associates for pre‑employment psychological evaluations (3-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees will consider several road and safety contracts, including a $2,363,500 MDOT rehabilitation of North River Road from I‑94 to Bridgeview Street, of which the county will fund $428,976. Additional items include purchases for a train‑detection system, soil‑boring services, and a legal services contract for the Prosecuting Attorney. The meeting also includes a budget amendment for two sheriff deputies and a vehicle costing $128,634.

• Purchase: TRAINFO Mobility train detection system – $61,895 county cost
• Contract: MDOT North River Road rehab – total $2,363,500; county $428,976
• Contract: MDOT 14 Mile Road projects – total $5,500,150; county $1,100,030
• Budget amendment: Sheriff Department – 2 deputies and vehicle – $128,634
• Contract: Premier Communications Group – public‑relations for Safe Storage Initiative – $42,800

The Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committee unanimously approved a series of road‑related contracts and agreements, including a $5.5 M MDOT project for 14 Mile Road and a $2.36 M North River Road rehabilitation. All motions passed with a 13‑0‑0 vote. The approvals cover purchases, cost‑share agreements, and professional services for the County Department of Roads.

• Approved TRAINFO Mobility train detection system purchase $61,895 (13-0-0)
• Approved MDOT North River Road rehabilitation contract $2,363,500 ($428,976 county) (13-0-0)
• Approved MDOT 14 Mile Road over Red Run Drain maintenance and Van Dyke‑Hoover Road rehab contract $5,500,150 ($1,100,030 county) (13-0-0)
• Approved SEMCOG Road Safety Audit agreement $26,269.23 ($5,253.85 county) (13-0-0)
• Approved Mannik & Smith soil boring services agreement $70,816 (13-0-0)
• Approved Mannik & Smith soil boring services agreement $91,304 (13-0-0)
• Approved Chesterfield Township Limestone program cost‑share $413,800 ($372,420 county) (13-0-0)
• Approved New Haven Community Schools traffic signal cost‑share $200,000 (no county cost) (13-0-0)

Community Mental Health Board - Full Board

The Macomb County Community Mental Health Board will consider several contract renewals, including a $71,925.27 agreement with Kronos SaaShr, Inc. (UKG). It will also review renewals with HappyOrNot Americas, Inc. and multiple grant amendments under the SUGS-25 contract. Additional items include a lease proposal for 19800 Hall Road and a budget amendment for Integrated Healthcare and Technology-Based Recovery Supports.

• Renewal agreement with Kronos SaaShr, Inc. (UKG) for $71,925.27
• Renewal agreement with HappyOrNot Americas, Inc. for $15,336.79
• Amendments to SUGS-25 contract grants (Treatment, Opioid Response, Alcohol Use Disorder, Healing and Recovery)
• Letter of Intent for lease at 19800 Hall Road, Clinton Township
• Budget amendment for Integrated Healthcare and Technology-Based Recovery Supports

The Full Board adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the June 25 and July 9 meetings. It approved several contract renewals, the Open Meetings Act policy, a budget amendment for Integrated Healthcare and Technology‑Based Recovery Supports, and vouchers for June‑July expenses. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Adopted agenda – Motion passed (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Antoinette Wallace, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved June 25, 2025 board minutes – Motion passed (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Antoinette Wallace, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved July 9, 2025 Program and Budget Committee minutes – Motion passed (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Antoinette Wallace, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved Open Meetings Act Policy and Guidelines – Motion passed (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Antoinette Wallace, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved renewal of Kronos SaaShr, Inc. (UKG) contract for $71,925.27 – Motion passed (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Antoinette Wallace, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved renewal of HAPPYORNOT AMERICAS, INC. contract for $15,336.79 – Motion passed (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Antoinette Wallace, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved CBH-2025 Amendment 3 to budgets for Integrated Healthcare and Technology‑Based Recovery Supports – Motion passed (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Antoinette Wallace, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)
• Approved vouchers for 6‑14‑25 through 7‑11‑25 – Motion passed (Yea: Phil Kraft, Selena Schmidt, Lori Phillips, Antoinette Wallace, Wayne Conner, Donna Cangemi, Nick Ciaramitaro, Sherita Harvey, Julia Mendyka; Nay: None; Abstain: None)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Government Oversight and Finance/Audit/Budget Committees will adopt compensation for the Civil Service Commission and approve multiple insurance contracts with Nickel & Saph, Inc. totaling $702,894. They will also authorize the purchase of a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup for the Macomb Auto Theft Squad at a cost of $48,994. A resolution opposing a state health‑plan procurement process will be considered.

• Adopt compensation for the Civil Service Commission
• Contract: Nickel & Saph – Cyber Risk Liability Insurance ($26,769)
• Contract: Nickel & Saph – Fiduciary Liability Insurance ($48,398)
• Contract: Nickel & Saph – Excess Workers' Compensation & Employers' Liability Insurance ($370,670)
• Purchase: 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup for Macomb Auto Theft Squad ($48,994)

The Joint Committee recommended and the Board approved the purchase of a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup for the Macomb County Auto Theft Squad, voting 13‑0‑0. It also approved five insurance contracts with Nickel & Saph, Inc., adopted a resolution opposing the state health‑plan procurement, and adopted two proclamations honoring local sports teams. Additionally, the committee recommended two appointments to the Veterans' Affairs Commission. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved purchase of 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 for MATS ($48,994) (13-0-0)
• Approved Cyber Risk Liability Insurance contract with Nickel & Saph, Inc. ($26,769) (13-0-0)
• Approved Fiduciary Liability Insurance contract with Nickel & Saph, Inc. ($48,398) (13-0-0)
• Approved Excess Workers' Compensation & Employers' Liability Insurance contract with Nickel & Saph, Inc. ($370,670) (13-0-0)
• Approved Excess Law Enforcement Liability insurance contract with Nickel & Saph, Inc. ($257,057.50) (13-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-13775 opposing MDHHS competitive procurement of prepaid inpatient health plans (13-0-0)
• Adopted proclamations for the Armada Trap Team and Richmond Blue Devils softball team (11-0-0)
• Recommended appointment of two members to the Veterans' Affairs Commission (13-0-0)

Board of Commissioners - Joint Committee

The Joint Health and Human Services and Internal Services Committee will consider a series of budget amendments and contracts. Items include health grant fund amendments, a $100,000 contract for financial education services, and multiple internal services contracts such as animal shelter outfall work, jail security electronics design, and IT maintenance agreements totaling $439,740.95. Commissioners will vote on these proposals before adjourning.

• $74,480 amendment to MDHHS Emerging Threats Grant (Health Grants Fund F221)
• $100,000 contract with Michigan State University Extension for financial education services
• $115,837.25 contract with HMC, LLC for Animal Shelter Outfall Project
• $112,242 design and management services for Macomb County Jail security electronics replacement
• $439,740.95 IT maintenance agreements for Q3 2025 (Colossus Inc., MNJ Technologies, Trace3)

The Joint Health and Human Services and Internal Services Committee adopted its agenda and approved the June 9, 2025 minutes. It received the Champ Life recognition and the Martha T. Berry report. The committee recommended a 0.33 FTE position schedule change for Macomb Community Action and approved several FY2025 budget amendments, including a $100,000 contract with Michigan State University Extension for financial education services.

• Adopt agenda (13-0-0)
• Approve June 9, 2025 minutes (13-0-0)
• Receive and file Champ Life recognition (13-0-0)
• Receive and file Martha T. Berry report (13-0-0)
• Recommend FY2025 position schedule amendment for Macomb Community Action (0.33 FTE) (13-0-0)
• Approve $74,480 Health Grants Fund amendment for Emerging Threats Grant (13-0-0)
• Approve $25,000 EGLE Real‑Time Beach Testing grant amendment (13-0-0)
• Approve $100,000 contract with Michigan State University Extension for financial education services (13-0-0)