Otsego County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on December 20, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The board will consider consent agenda items including reappointments to the Road Commission and Planning Commission, and will discuss a Planning Commission recommendation to amend the zoning ordinance to set fence material standards. Budget and Finance committee items include reinstating a full-time dispatcher, a bid for a work camp van, and several budget amendments.

• Reappoint Troy Huff and Kathy Heinz to the Road Commission Board for 6-year terms
• Reappoint Willard Brown, Scott Sanders, and Nora Corfis to the Planning Commission for 3-year terms
• Adopt zoning text amendments to Section 2.2 and 21.10 setting fence material standards and adding garden fencing definition
• Reinstate a full-time dispatcher
• Bid 2022-13 for a Work Camp Van

The Board of Commissioners approved text amendments to the County Zoning Ordinance and authorized several budget reallocations for the jail, child care, and probate departments. They also approved the reinstatement of a bus system dispatcher position and the promotion of the Finance Director. Additionally, the board approved four payment warrants totaling $967,196.25.

• Approved text amendments to sections 2.2 and 21.10 of the Zoning Ordinance (6-1)
• Approved budget amendment to reinstate a bus system dispatcher position (Unanimous)
• Approved $49,783 contract to Bill Marsh Ford for a work camp Transit Van (Unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 budget reallocation from Sheriff Department to Jail health care and room and board (Unanimous)
• Approved $63,000 Child Care fund budget amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,924 budget increase for Probate salary line (Unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Finance Director to Finance Director/Assistant County Administrator and $5,565 budget amendment (Unanimous)
• Approved authority for County Administrator to authorize budget amendments up to $10,000 per line item (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a site plan review for a temporary snowmobile racing event on a residential-zoned parcel at 988 Five Lakes Rd. The applicant, Circle C Properties LLC, seeks approval for a special event weekend for a non-profit organization, as previously authorized by the Zoning Board of Appeals. The commission will also discuss enforcement fees as new business.

• Public hearing for site plan review PZPR22-004: temporary snowmobile racing event at 988 Five Lakes Rd, Gaylord, in Livingston Township
• New business item: discussion of enforcement fees
• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2022 meeting
• Public participation for items not on the agenda

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee will meet to consider several budget amendments, including for jail room and board, child care fund, and probate judge, as well as the reinstatement of a full-time dispatcher position. They will also review bids for a work camp van, discuss janitorial services, and set the 2023 budget calendar.

• Reinstatement of a full-time dispatcher position
• Bid 2022-13: Work Camp Van
• Budget amendment for Jail Room and Board
• Budget amendment for Child Care Fund
• Budget amendment for Probate Judge

The committee unanimously recommended several budget amendments and personnel changes to the full Board. These include funding for jail room and board, child care placement, and the reinstatement of a full-time dispatcher. The committee also recommended awarding a bid for a new Work Camp van.

• Approved November 16, 2022 amended minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended to full Board the reinstatement of a full-time Dispatcher position and budget amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended to full Board awarding bid 2022-13 for a Work Camp van to Bill Marsh Ford (unanimous)
• Recommended to full Board a budget amendment for Jail Room and Board (unanimous)
• Recommended to full Board a budget amendment for the Child Care Fund (unanimous)
• Recommended to full Board a budget amendment for the Probate Judge (unanimous)
• Recommended to full Board a budget amendment and position change for Finance Director/Assistant Administrator (unanimous)
• Recommended to full Board the budget administrator authority for amendments up to $10,000 per line item (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Otsego County Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss three personnel matters: reinstating a full-time dispatcher position, the Finance Director/Assistant Administrator role, and a step discussion. No decisions are listed on the agenda; these items are for discussion only.

• Reinstatement of a FT Dispatcher Position
• Finance Director/Assistant Administrator
• Step Discussion

The committee approved reinstating a full-time bus dispatcher position and promoting Mel Maier to Finance Director/Assistant County Administrator. Both items were forwarded to the Budget and Finance Committee. The committee also clarified the reclassification of the Prosecutor's Office Manager position.

• Approved reinstatement of full time bus dispatcher position (All Ayes)
• Approved promotion of Mel Maier to Finance Director/Assistant County Administrator at executive management pay scale Step 3 effective January 2, 2023, with five additional vacation days (All Ayes)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving bills totaling $17,141.19, re-appoint a commission member, set the 2023 meeting schedule, and discuss property deeds, additional lots, a health department permit for the Otsego Lake Splash-in, and policies for the Community Center. They will also receive updates on the Community Center, county parks, and the Groen Preserve.

• Approval of bills dated 11/1/22–12/2/22 in the amount of $17,141.19
• Parks and Recreation Commission Member Re-appointment
• 2023 Commission Meeting Schedule
• Otsego Lake Splash-in Health Department Permit
• Otsego County Community Center Policy and Participant Waiver

The Commission officially adopted the 5-year Recreation Plan via a unanimous 9-0 vote. Other actions included approving over $17,000 in bills and recommending the re-appointment of Justin Wing to the board.

• Adopted 5-year Recreation plan (9-0)
• Approved bills from 11/1/22-12/2/22 totaling $17,141.19
• Recommended re-appointment of Justin Wing for 2023-2025 term
• Approved amended 2023 meeting schedule
• Decided to continue charging Otsego Christian School only for Thursday gym classes for the remainder of the school year
• Recommended purchasing composite picnic tables for the campground
• Approved previous minutes as amended

Transportation and Building & Grounds Committee

The Transportation and Airport Committee acknowledged monthly financial reports for the bus and airport systems. The committee voted to move a request for a new dispatch employee to the Personnel Committee. Members also discussed providing payment for required safety equipment for the bus garage mechanic.

• Approved agenda (All in Favor)
• Approved Transportation minutes of 9 September 2022 (All in Favor)
• Acknowledged Bus monthly financial reports (All in Favor)
• Forwarded request to hire new dispatch employee to Personnel Committee (All in Favor)
• Acknowledged Airport monthly financial reports (All in Favor)

Housing Committee

The Otsego County Housing Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, review the status of the Water Well Project 14-2020, and discuss new business items including roof, water well, drain field, and boiler projects, as well as a paid-in-full mortgage. The meeting is open to the public with time for comments.

• Water Well Project 14-2020 status update
• Roof 01-2021 new business
• Water Well and Drain Field 02-2021 new business
• Boiler and Water Heater 03-2021 new business
• Paid in Full Mortgage #HO-0812-128197

The committee approved five emergency repair projects for roofing, water wells, drain fields, and a boiler using PY21 funding. Additionally, the committee approved the discharge of a paid-in-full mortgage for project HO-0812-128197.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Awarded Project 01-2021 roof bid of $22,885 to Story Roofing (Unanimous)
• Awarded Project 02-2021 water well bid of $10,900 to Ross Payton (Unanimous)
• Awarded Project 02-2021 drain field bid of $5,875 to North Central Excavating Trucking & Masonry, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Awarded Project 03-2021 boiler and water heater bid of $10,364 to JP Heating of Northern Michigan, LLC (Unanimous)
• Awarded Project 05-2021 drain field bid of $5,895 to North Central Excavating Trucking & Masonry, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved discharge of mortgage for project HO-0812-128197 (Unanimous)
• Received and filed October 31, 2022 financial reports (Unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Otsego County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Circle C Properties LLC for a temporary use in the R1/Residential Zoning District at 988 Five Lakes Rd, Gaylord. The board will also approve minutes from the August 30, 2022 meeting, which included a variance for older manufactured homes at Nottingham Forest Mobile Home Park. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other public hearings or new business listed.

• Public hearing PZBA22-006: Temporary use request by Circle C Properties LLC for parcel 080-028-300-005-00 at 988 Five Lakes Rd, Gaylord, in R1 district
• Approval of minutes from August 30, 2022, which granted a non-use variance for up to 15 manufactured homes older than 15 years at 1565 M-32 W, with conditions including occupancy limited to tornado-displaced families
• Citizen comment period for items not on the agenda

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Otsego County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request by Circle C Properties LLC for a temporary use in the R1/Residential Zoning District at 988 Five Lakes Rd, Gaylord. The board will also approve minutes from the August 30, 2022 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other public hearings or major actions listed.

• Public hearing PZBA22-006: Temporary Use Interpretation for Circle C Properties LLC, parcel 080-028-300-005-00, 988 Five Lakes Rd, Gaylord
• Approval of minutes from August 30, 2022 meeting

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a request for a one-time special event featuring snowmobile racing at 988 Five Lakes Rd. The board also approved the associated Finding of Fact. A site plan review by the Planning Commission may still be required for the layout and parking.

• Approved Finding of Fact for PZBA22-006 (6-0)
• Approved temporary use for one-time snowmobile racing event on parcel 080-028-300-005-00 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the joint Otsego County/Elmira Township Recreation Plan for 2022-2027. The board will also consider the 2023 meeting and holiday schedules, several budget amendments, and appointments. The agenda includes a Truth in Taxation hearing and multiple consent agenda items.

• Public hearing and adoption of OCR 22-31 Parks and Recreation Plan 2022-2027
• OCR 22-30 Budget Resolution and General Appropriations Act
• Budget amendments for Animal Control, NEMCOG Master Plan, computer replacements, longevity payments
• 2023 Clerical Union COLA
• Appointment of James Steward to Veterans' Affairs Board

The Board approved the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Resolution and General Appropriations Act. Other key actions included adopting a five-year Parks and Recreation Plan and authorizing multiple grants and personnel hires.

• Approved 2023 Budget Resolution and General Appropriations Act (6-0)
• Adopted 2022-2027 Parks and Recreation Plan (5-1)
• Approved Michigan Sparks Grant and Local Match for park improvements (5-1)
• Approved Sportsplex Spark Grant (5-1)
• Approved 5-year Capital Improvement Plan as amended (5-1)
• Approved 0.50% COLA increase for Teamsters Clerical division (5-1)
• Approved reinstatement of Building Inspector position (Unanimous)
• Approved hire of one full-time Airport/Building and Grounds Maintenance position (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Otsego County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and a proposed text amendment to zoning ordinance standards for fences. They will also discuss a postponed rezone case (Circle C) and a site plan review, plus commission elections and expiring terms.

• Public hearing on Capital Improvement Plan 2023-2028 for major county projects
• Public hearing on text amendment to Otsego County Zoning Ordinance regarding fencing materials and garden fencing
• Unfinished business: PZRZ22-006 – Circle C Rezone (postponed)
• New business: PZPR22-003 – Site Plan Review
• Commission elections and expiring terms for Willard Brown, Scott Sanders, and Nora Corfis

The commission approved a site plan for a Wolverine Power solar energy system and recommended the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and zoning amendments for fences to the Board of Commissioners. The body also elected its officers and recommended the reappointment of three members.

• Approved PZPR22-003 Site Plan for Large-Scale Solar Energy System in Bagley Township (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan to Board of Commissioners (Unanimous)
• Recommended text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Sections 2.2 and 21.10 regarding fences to Board of Commissioners (Unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Hartmann (Chair), Mr. Maxwell (Vice Chair), and Mr. Hilgendorf (Secretary) (Unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Willard Brown, Scott Sanders, and Nora Corfis for three-year terms (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several financial items, including a statewide records management system for the Sheriff Department, a budget amendment for Animal Control operations, a grant match for Parks and Rec, the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan, a contract amendment with NEMCOG, computer replacements for Sheriff and Prosecutor departments, and a 2023 COLA for the clerical union. The committee will also receive a Finance Department update. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and mentions a 2022 contingency of $75,633.

• Sheriff Department Statewide Records Management System
• Animal Control General Operations Budget Amendment
• Parks and Rec: Michigan Sparks Grant and Local Match
• Capital Improvement Plan 2023-2028
• Computer Replacements: Sheriff Department and Prosecutor Department

The Budget & Finance Committee recommended several budget amendments and a grant application to the full Board. These include funding for animal control, computer replacements, and a parks project. The committee also supported a new records management system for the Sheriff's Department.

• Approved amended minutes from November 8, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Recommended $12,000 budget amendment for Animal Control operations (Unanimous)
• Recommended Michigan Sparks Grant application and $50,000 local match (Unanimous)
• Recommended budget amendment for NEMCOG Master Plan services (Unanimous)
• Recommended $13,000 budget amendment for Sheriff and Prosecutor computers (Unanimous)
• Recommended matching General Non-Union COLA of 4% for General Clerical Union (3-1)
• Recommended budget amendment for 2022 longevity payments (Unanimous)

Veteran's Affairs Committee

The Otsego County Veteran's Affairs Committee is holding its regular meeting to conduct routine business. The agenda includes electing a chairperson, considering board appointment applications, reviewing a Soldier and Sailor Relief application, and receiving updates on the MVAA CVSF grant. The committee will also approve minutes from September and hear reports from the counselor, activity, and financial departments.

• Election of Chairperson
• Application(s) for Appointment – Board Recommendation
• Soldier and Sailor Relief Application
• MVAA CVSF Grant updates
• Financial reports: Veteran's Affairs, Burial, Soldiers Relief

The board elected a new chairperson and recommended a new member appointment to the County Board of Commissioners. The committee also approved a soldier and sailor relief application and month-end financial reports.

• Elected Stephen Ralston as Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Recommended appointment of James Steward to the board for a four-year term expiring December 31, 2027 (Unanimous)
• Approved soldier and sailor relief application #05-2022 for $53.50 and $260 in donations (Unanimous)
• Approved September 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved month-end financial reports ending October 31, 2022 (Unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Otsego County Personnel Committee will meet to discuss several staffing matters, including a position reclassification and staffing needs for the Animal Control, Land Use, Sheriff, and Airport/Building and Grounds departments. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion.

• Position reclassification
• Animal Control Department position
• Land Use Department staffing
• Sheriff Department staffing
• Airport/Building and Grounds staffing

The committee recommended several staffing changes to the Board of Commissioners, including the reinstatement of a Building Inspector and the addition of a Sheriff Deputy. They also recommended a pay grade increase for the Prosecutor Office Manager and expanded hours for an Animal Control position.

• Recommended reclassifying Prosecutor Office Manager from Pay Grade 8 to 10 (All-None)
• Recommended increasing Animal Control Kennel Attendant to 40 hours per week (All-None)
• Recommended reinstating Building Inspector position in Land Use Department (All-None)
• Recommended hiring new Sheriff Deputy for Johannesburg/Lewiston Schools SRO (All-None)
• Recommended hiring one additional full-time Airport/Building and Grounds Maintenance worker (All-None)
• Recommended hiring one additional part-time Airport/Building and Ground Maintenance Worker (All-None)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting on November 14, 2022. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and bills totaling $16,418.55, plus discussion of the 5-year Community Recreation Plan, Michigan Spark Grants, Wah Wah Soo beach steps, advertising at the Community Center, and a boat rental agreement. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approval of bills dated 10/1/22–10/31/22 in the amount of $16,418.55
• Discussion of the 5-year Community Recreation Plan
• Discussion of Michigan Spark Grants
• Discussion of Wah Wah Soo beach steps
• Discussion of advertising at the Community Center

The Commission recommended a $50,000 local match for a Michigan Spark Grant to fund playground, beach, and splash pad projects. It also voted to ban third-party power boat rentals and docks at Otsego Lake County Park. Additionally, the board approved over $16,000 in bills.

• Recommended $50,000 local match for Michigan Spark Grant for playground, beach, and splash pad projects (Motion carried)
• Eliminated power boat rental operations and third-party boat docks at Otsego Lake County Park (Motion carried)
• Approved bills dated 10/1/22 – 10/31/22 totaling $16,418.55 (Motion carried)
• Approved minutes from October 10th, 2022 meeting (Motion carried)
• Confirmed minutes from March 14th, 2022 (Motion carried)
• Tabled decision on advertising banners at the Community Center
• Suspended Article 6 Section 3 of the Parks and Recreation Bylaws to complete the agenda (Motion carried)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss the 2023 budgets for the Road Commission, Land Use, and the General Fund, as well as a position reclassification for the Prosecutor Office Manager. They will also consider a General Fund Appropriation Act, a city expansion request, and receive a finance department update. The meeting includes approval of the previous minutes and a contingency amount of $75,633 for 2022.

• 2023 Budget: Road Commission
• 2023 Budget: Land Use
• Position Reclassification: Prosecutor Office Manager
• 2023 Budget: General Fund and General Fund Appropriation Act
• City Expansion Request

The Budget & Finance Committee reviewed several 2023 budget proposals and recommended the Appropriation Act and a city annexation to the full Board. The committee also recommended a pay grade increase for the Prosecutor Office Manager.

• Approved amended minutes from November 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended 2023 Appropriation Act to full Board (unanimous)
• Recommended adjusting Prosecutor Office Manager from pay grade 8 to 10 (unanimous)
• Recommended city annexation including Alpine Center to full Board (3-1-1)
• Supported 2023 Road Commission budget
• Supported 2023 Land Use budget and reinstatement of an inspector position
• Supported 2023 General Fund budget

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will vote on two budget amendments: transferring $70,000 in restricted CDBG funds for MEDC emergency housing projects and inspections, and moving $2,000 to Animal Control overtime due to increased after-hours calls. They will also approve the November 1 warrant totaling $156,448.76, which includes a $78,503.39 MERS retirement payment, and consider a resolution for the Otsego Lake Drain Control Structure. The meeting includes a presentation from the Sportsplex executive director and routine consent agenda items.

• Budget amendment: $70,000 from fund balance to MEDC emergency single-family housing projects and inspections
• Budget amendment: $2,000 transferred to Animal Control overtime from part-time payroll
• Approval of November 1 warrant: $156,448.76, including $78,503.39 MERS payment
• Resolution OCR 22-26 for Otsego Lake Drain Control Structure
• Special presentation by Sportsplex Executive Director James Vanderveer

The Board authorized spending exceeding $10,000 to repair a sinkhole and culvert breach at the Otsego Lake Drain Control Structure. They also approved two Teamsters bargaining unit contracts and two budget amendments.

• Approved OCR 22-26 to exceed $10,000 spending limit for Otsego Lake Drain repair (Unanimous)
• Approved Teamsters Clerical bargaining unit contract for 2023-2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved Teamsters Bus bargaining unit contract for 2023-2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved Housing Department budget amendment for $70,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Animal Control Department overtime budget amendment for $2,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved November 1, 2022 Warrant for $156,448.76 (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved November 8, 2022 Warrant for $208,629.22 (Unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee is reviewing proposed 2023 budgets for several departments and funds, including EMS & 911, Sheriff, Airport, and Building & Grounds, as well as specific funds like Soldier Relief, Parks and Rec, Groen Preserve, and Administrative. They will also discuss a drain repair project for Otsego Lake and receive a finance department update. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is largely a working session on budget items.

• 2023 Budget: EMS & 911
• 2023 Budget: Sheriff Department
• 2023 Budget: Airport & Building & Grounds
• OCR 22-XX Otsego Lake Drain Repair
• 2022 Contingency: $75,633

The Budget and Finance Committee reviewed several 2023 departmental budgets and agreed to use state marijuana revenues to fund a gap in the 911 fund. The committee also recommended that the full Board approve repairs for the Otsego Lake Drain.

• Approved amended minutes from October 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Agreed to use marijuana revenues to fill 911 fund budget gap and public safety
• Supported 2023 Sheriff Department budget as presented
• Supported 2023 Airport and Building & Grounds budgets as presented
• Recommended Otsego Lake Drain Repair for full Board approval (unanimous)
• Approved adjustment of residual nominal funds in the Facilities Planning Fund

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss the 2023 budgets for the library and treasurer, as well as several other funds including housing, HUD, and debt service. They will also consider budget amendments for animal control overtime and MEDC housing projects, and discuss the School Resource Officer program. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a finance department update.

• 2023 Budget: Library
• 2023 Budget: Treasurer
• Budget Amendment: Animal Control Overtime
• Budget Amendment: MEDC Housing Projects
• School Resource Officer Discussion

The Budget & Finance Committee recommended two budget amendments to the full Board for approval. The committee also confirmed support for a school resource officer program and reviewed several 2023 department budgets.

• Approved minutes from October 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Recommended Animal Control overtime budget amendment to full Board (unanimous)
• Recommended $70,000 MEDC Housing Project budget amendment to full Board (unanimous)
• Confirmed support for Johannesburg-Lewiston school resource officer

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed Program Year 2021 CDBG funding and closeout of prior grants, and consider resolutions authorizing that funding and a fair housing resolution. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including three mortgage discharges and minutes from the October 11 meeting, and discuss an emergency sinkhole repair and personnel matters.

• Public hearing on Program Year 2021 CDBG funding and closeout of Program Year 2020 and MSC-2015-0812-HOA grants
• Resolution OCR 22-24 authorizing MEDC Program Year 2021 CDBG Program Income Funding
• Resolution OCR 22-25 Fair Housing Resolution
• Discharge of mortgage for Mary J. Kona (6297 Trillium Trail, Gaylord)
• Discharge of mortgage for Cynthia E. Ledwick (7880 Millecoquin Trail, Gaylord)

The Board approved a grant application for $148,585.25 in CDBG program income funding to improve housing for low-to-moderate income residents. Officials also adopted a Fair Housing Resolution and a Citizen Participation Plan. Other actions included approving two payment warrants and updating a county job description.

• Approved $148,585.25 MEDC PY 2021 CDBG program income funding (Unanimous)
• Adopted Fair Housing Resolution and Fair Housing Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved Otsego County Citizen Participation Plan (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Equalization Apportionment report (Unanimous)
• Approved updated Airport Operations/Building and Grounds Specialist job description and reclassification from pay grade 2 to 4 (Unanimous)
• Approved addition of Martin Luther King Jr. day to County Holiday Observance schedule (8-1)
• Approved October 18, 2022 Warrant for $254,852.34 (Unanimous)
• Approved October 25, 2022 Warrant for $263,169.27 (Unanimous)

Housing Committee

The Otsego County Housing Committee is meeting to review project statuses, including roof and water well projects, and to discuss documents for a public hearing to close out HO-2015-0812-HOA and PY20 CDBG funding. They will also review PY21 CDBG funding and documents, and consider discharging three paid mortgages. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval, reports, and public comments.

• Review documents for public hearing 10/25/22 to close out HO-2015-0812-HOA and PY20 CDBG funding
• Review PY21 CDBG funding and documents
• Discharge paid mortgage 06-2009
• Discharge paid mortgage 18-2017
• Discharge paid mortgage 02-2019

The Otsego County Housing Committee unanimously approved the PY21 Community Development Block Grant application and closed out two prior grants, along with related program documents. The committee also discharged three mortgages that have been paid in full. All actions require final approval from the County Board of Commissioners.

• Approved PY21 CDBG grant application and closed out HO-2015-0812-HOA and PY20 CDBG grants (unanimous)
• Approved housing program guidelines, homeowner certification, contractor-owner contract, citizen participation plan, and fair housing documents (unanimous)
• Discharged mortgage 06-2009 as paid in full (unanimous)
• Discharged mortgage 18-2017 as paid in full (unanimous)
• Discharged mortgage 02-2019 as paid in full (unanimous)
• Received and filed month-end financial reports for September 2022 (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee is meeting to review and discuss the proposed 2023 budgets for the Sportsplex, courts, and several county funds, including indigent defense, social welfare, capital projects, the I75 sign, and OCNet. The committee will also review credit card statements and receive a finance department update. This is a working session to prepare budget recommendations for the full board.

• 2023 Budget: Sportsplex
• 2023 Budget: Courts
• 2023 Budgets for funds 260 (Michigan Indigent Defense Commission), 290 (Social Welfare/DHHS), 401 (Capital Projects Sinking Fund), 499 (Capital Projects), 593 (I75 Sign), and 594 (OCNet)
• Credit card statements review
• Finance Department update

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee reviewed multiple 2023 budgets, including the Sportsplex, Courts, and several county funds. The committee agreed to exclude the Way Finding Signage project from 2023 capital projects due to infrastructure issues at the Alpine Center. No final approvals were made; the committee requested additional detail on the Sportsplex capital projects sinking fund.

• Approved minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting unanimously.
• Reviewed 2023 Sportsplex budget; requested detail on capital projects sinking fund.
• Reviewed 2023 Courts budget; discussed health insurance, cost of living, and attorney costs.
• Reviewed 2023 budget for fund 260 (Michigan Indigent Defense Commission); state grant approved.
• Reviewed 2023 budget for fund 290 (Social Welfare/DHHS).
• Reviewed 2023 budget for fund 401 (Capital Projects Sinking Fund).
• Reviewed 2023 budget for fund 499 (Capital Projects); agreed to exclude Way Finding Signage project due to Alpine Center infrastructure issues.
• Discussed fund 593 (I75 Sign); committee noted county should reconsider ownership.

Planning Commission

The Otsego County Planning Commission will hold four public hearings on special use permits and a rezone request. Items include a wedding venue in a Forestry Recreation district, a rezone for land-use consistency, a small wind turbine in a Recreation Residential district, and expansion of a storage facility. The commission will also discuss updates to the Master Plan and a site plan extension request.

• Public hearing on special use permit for wedding venue at 6213 Karslake Rd, Vanderbilt (PZSU22-003)
• Public hearing on rezone of 988 Five Lakes Rd, Gaylord from R1/Residential to AR/Agricultural Resource (PZRZ22-003)
• Public hearing on special use permit for small wind turbine at 11284 Sherwood Dr, Frederic (PZSU22-004)
• Public hearing on site plan review to add two 50-unit storage buildings at 7290 Old 27 North, Vanderbilt (PZPR22-002)
• Discussion on Master Plan updates with NEMCOG and CIP Committee volunteers

The Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a wedding venue at 6213 Karslake Rd in Corwith Township, with 13 conditions including an acoustical study, limited hours, and a 100-person cap. The commission also approved a small wind turbine generator in Otsego Lake Township and a site plan for two storage buildings in Corwith Township. A rezoning request for a snowmobile race site in Livingston Township was postponed for further research on conditional zoning.

• Approved special use permit for wedding venue at 6213 Karslake Rd with 13 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for small wind turbine generator at 11284 Sherwood Dr (unanimous)
• Approved site plan review for two 50-unit storage buildings at 7290 Old 27 North (unanimous)
• Postponed rezoning request for 988 Five Lakes Rd to November meeting for conditional zoning research
• Approved one-year extension for Treetops site plan review (unanimous)
• Recommended $2,600 to Budget & Finance Committee for NEMCOG Master Plan update (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing proposed 2023 budgets for the Equalization, Animal Control, and Planning & Zoning departments, as well as several special funds. They will also consider personnel committee recommendations on a position reclassification and a holiday addition, and receive a finance department update.

• 2023 Budget: Equalization Department & Apportionment Report
• 2023 Budget: Animal Control Department
• 2023 Budget: Planning & Zoning Department
• 2023 Budgets: Budget Stabilization, Legal Defense, Recycling Fund, Spongy Moth Control, Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, Public Improvement Fund
• Personnel Committee Recommendation: Position Reclassification and Holiday Addition

The Budget & Finance Committee reviewed 2023 budgets for Equalization, Animal Control, Planning & Zoning, and several special funds, but took no final votes on those. The committee voted unanimously to recommend reclassifying the Airport Specialist position from pay grade 2 to 4, and voted 4-1 to recommend adding Martin Luther King Jr. Day to the county holiday calendar. Both recommendations go to the full Board of Commissioners for final approval.

• Recommended airport specialist reclassification to pay grade 4 (unanimous)
• Recommended adding Martin Luther King Jr. Day to county holiday calendar (4-1)
• Reviewed 2023 budgets for Equalization, Animal Control, Planning & Zoning, and special funds (no votes taken)
• Approved minutes from October 4, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on October 11, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The agenda includes a special presentation by MSU Extension District 14 Director Adam Koivisto, a department head report from Land Use Services, a budget amendment for Human Resources supplies, and approval of two warrants. The board will also consider minutes from the September 27 meeting and discuss Alpine Center emergency repairs.

• Budget Amendment: Human Resources Supplies
• Alpine Center Emergency Repairs
• October 04, 2022 Warrant
• October 11, 2022 Warrant
• Minutes of September 27, 2022 Regular Meeting

The board unanimously approved a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the POLC union covering January 1, 2023 through December 1, 2025, following a closed session. A motion to waive building permit fees for tornado-damaged residential homes was postponed to the November 8 meeting. The board also approved two warrants totaling $316,365.31 and a $4,000 budget amendment transferring funds to HR supplies.

• Approved POLC bargaining unit contract for 2023-2025 (unanimous)
• Postponed motion to waive building permit fees for tornado-damaged homes to Nov. 8 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Oct. 4 warrant for $84,953.55 (unanimous)
• Approved Oct. 11 warrant for $231,411.76 (unanimous)
• Approved $4,000 budget amendment from Finance payroll to HR supplies (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Otsego County Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss the Airport Specialist position. The agenda includes only this single item, with no other substantive business listed.

• Discussion of Airport Specialist position

The committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of an updated job description and reclassification for the Airport Operations/Building and Grounds Specialist position from Pay Grade 2 to Pay Grade 4 on the non-union salary schedule. The recommendation will go to the Finance Committee for final action.

• Recommended approval of updated Airport Operations/Building and Grounds Specialist job description (unanimous)
• Recommended reclassification of the position from Pay Grade 2 to Pay Grade 4 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will vote on approving minutes from three prior meetings and two sets of bills totaling $42,422.23. They will also discuss the Parks and Rec. fund balance and the 2023 budget, along with receiving a director's update on parks and projects.

• Approve bills from 8/22-9/1/22 totaling $23,717.17
• Approve bills from 9/2-9/30/22 totaling $18,705.06
• Discuss Parks and Rec. fund balance
• Discuss 2023 budget
• Approve minutes from August 8, August 22, and September 28 meetings

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission approved minutes from three prior meetings, paid bills totaling $42,422.23, and recommended 2023 budgets for the Groen Preserve and the Parks and Community Center to the county Budget and Finance Committee. The commission also discussed fund balances, seasonal park closures, and upcoming events.

• Approved minutes from August 8, 2022 as corrected
• Approved minutes from August 22, 2022 as corrected
• Approved minutes from September 28, 2022 as corrected
• Approved bills dated 8/2/22–9/1/22 for $23,717.17
• Approved bills dated 9/2/22–9/30/22 for $18,705.06
• Recommended 2023 Groen Preserve budget to county Budget and Finance Committee
• Recommended 2023 Parks and Community Center budget to county Budget and Finance Committee as amended

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget and Finance Committee is meeting to discuss several financial matters, including the Alpine Center roof, an MSU Extension budget presentation, and a general fund budget review. They will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and receive a finance department update. The agenda includes a 2022 contingency amount of $75,633.

• Alpine Center roof discussion
• MSU Extension budget presentation
• General Fund budget review
• Approval of September 21, 2022 minutes
• Finance Department update

The Budget & Finance Committee discussed and supported taking action on failing infrastructure at the Alpine Center, including roof repairs and mold testing. It also reviewed and supported the proposed 2023 MSU Extension budget and the General Fund budget, which includes a $10,000 appropriation to the Children’s Assessment Center. A budget amendment transferring $4,000 from Finance payroll to Human Resources supplies was recommended to the full Board for approval. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations to the full Board.

• Supported action to address Alpine Center roof repairs and mold testing (no vote recorded)
• Supported proposed 2023 MSU Extension budget (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed proposed 2023 General Fund budget, including $10,000 for Children’s Assessment Center (no vote recorded)
• Recommended to full Board: budget amendment transferring $4,000 from Finance payroll to HR supplies (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting to review Section 5 of the 5-year recreation plan and a 5-year capital improvements spreadsheet. The agenda includes only these two new business items, followed by commissioner comments and adjournment. The attached plan details goals, objectives, and proposed projects for county and Elmira Township parks.

• Review of Section 5 of the 5-year recreation plan (goals, objectives, action plan)
• Review of 5-year capital improvements spreadsheet with projected costs (e.g., $50,000 tractor, $100,000 dredge boat launch, $20,000 Libke Fields bathrooms)
• Proposed improvements at Otsego Lake County Park and Campground (new roof, playground, electric pedestals)
• Development of former MDNR property near downtown Gaylord into a county park
• Land acquisition in Elmira Township for public access to Porcupine Lakes

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission held a special meeting to discuss updates to Section 5 of the 5-year recreation plan and a 5-year capital improvements spreadsheet. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the items were discussed only.

• Discussed updates to Section 5 of the 5-year recreation plan (no vote)
• Discussed capital improvements and estimated expenses (no vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on September 27, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The board will consider a Planning Commission recommendation to dissolve a 1995 Planned Unit Development (PUD) and rezone 21 parcels near Otsego Club Resort, along with other routine items such as approving minutes, an appointment, and budget amendments.

• Rezone recommendation: dissolve PUD for 21 parcels; rezone 20 in Livingston Twp to FR/Forestry Recreation and 1 in Bagley Twp to B2/General Business
• Appointment of Commissioner Terra Deming to boards and committees previously held by Julie Powers
• Budget amendments: legal expenses and land use inspection fees
• Commission on Aging 2023 budget discussion
• Work Camp vehicle disposal

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved rezoning 20 parcels in Livingston Township to FR/Forestry Recreation and one parcel in Bagley Township to B2/General Business, dissolving the Planned Unit Development (PUD) designation. The board also approved the Planning Commission bylaw amendment on township representative residency, the Human Resources Director pay grade, the Commission on Aging FY2023 budget, scrapping a vehicle, and budget amendments for legal expenses and the Land Use Fund. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezone of 20 Livingston Twp parcels to FR/Forestry Recreation and 1 Bagley Twp parcel to B2/General Business (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission bylaw amendment on township representative residency (unanimous)
• Approved Human Resources Director position at pay grade 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Commission on Aging FY2023 budget of $2,241,855 (unanimous)
• Approved scrapping of a vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 General Fund appropriation for legal expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $31,000 budget amendment within Land Use Fund (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling $459,010.35 (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Otsego County Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss the HR Director position. The agenda includes only this single item, with no other substantive business listed.

• Discussion of HR Director position

The Otsego County Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend to the Board of Commissioners the approval of the reinstated Human Resources Director job description at pay grade 13 on the non-union salary progression schedule. Trisha Adam presented the job description, job point factor analysis, and internal and external comparables including a local compensation survey of HR Directors at surrounding counties. No other business was discussed.

• Approved motion to recommend to the Board of Commissioners the HR Director job description at pay grade 13 on the non-union salary progression schedule (Ayes: All, Nays: None)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review and potentially amend several 2022 budgets, including the Commission on Aging budget, building inspections, and legal expenses. They will also discuss a cash transfer for legal costs, disposal of a work camp van, and receive updates on accounting, financial reports, and credit card statements.

• Commission on Aging 2022 Budget review
• Building Inspections Budget Amendment
• Budget Amendment and Cash Transfer for Legal Expenses
• Vehicle Disposal: Work Camp Van
• 2022 Contingency: $95,633

The Budget & Finance Committee unanimously recommended approval of the Commission on Aging's 2023 budget to the full board. They also approved a $31,000 budget amendment for building inspections, a budget amendment and cash transfer for legal expenses, and disposal of a non-running 2006 Ford Work Camp van. A $5,000 funding request from the Children's Assessment Center was discussed but not voted on.

• Recommended Commission on Aging 2023 budget for full board approval (unanimous)
• Approved $31,000 budget amendment for building inspections from Land Use fund balance (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment and cash transfer for legal expenses (unanimous)
• Recommended disposal of 2006 Ford Work Camp van (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 19, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Veteran's Affairs Committee

The Otsego County Veteran's Affairs Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss new business, including Soldier and Sailor Relief applications and updates on the MVAA CVSF grant. The committee will also receive reports from the counselor, activity, and financial departments, covering Veteran's Affairs, burial, and Soldiers Relief. The meeting is scheduled for September 20, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. in room 212 of the County Building.

• Soldier and Sailor Relief application(s) review
• MVAA CVSF Grant updates
• Financial reports: Veteran's Affairs, Burial, Soldiers Relief
• Counselor updates and activity report

The committee unanimously approved soldier relief application #04-2022 for $1,731 to Great Lakes General Contractor for home repairs. The counselor reported a $566 supplemental grant from MVAA for staff wages and benefits, and a $58,011 CVSF FY23 grant was submitted. Other updates included Meijer veteran vouchers, conference attendance, and donations for the soldier and sailor fund.

• Approved soldier relief application #04-2022 for $1,731 (unanimous)
• Approved month-end financial reports ending August 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to dissolve PUD designations for 20 parcels in Livingston Township and one parcel in Bagley Township. The body will also discuss apartment building height increases and updates to the Master Plan.

• Public hearing for PZRZ22-004 and PZRZ22-005: rezoning 20 parcels in Livingston Township to FR/Forestry Recreation and one parcel in Bagley Township to B2/General Business
• Discussion on height increase of apartment buildings for Scott Properties LLC
• Review of proposed language for Event Facilities to be sent to Townships
• Discussion on Master Plan updates with NEMCOG
• Unfinished business regarding lighting conditions for Kent Family Farms LLC (PZSU22-002)

The Otsego County Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend dissolving the Planned Unit Development (PUD) designation for 21 parcels at the former Otsego Club and rezoning them to FR/Forestry Recreation (20 parcels in Livingston Township) and B2/General Business (1 parcel in Bagley Township). The action was taken because the original PUD records are incomplete and no future development is planned. The recommendation now goes to the County Board of Commissioners for final approval.

• Recommended dissolving PUD and rezoning 20 Livingston Twp parcels to FR/Forestry Recreation (unanimous)
• Recommended dissolving PUD and rezoning 1 Bagley Twp parcel to B2/General Business (unanimous)
• Removed condition requiring photometric plan for Kent Family Farms special use permit, provided no additional lighting is added (unanimous)
• Approved height increase up to 37'7¼" for apartment buildings on Dickerson Rd per Section 17.1(g) of zoning ordinance (majority vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider routine financial approvals, including three warrants totaling over $600,000, and to appoint Terra Deming to fill the District 1 commissioner vacancy. The agenda also includes a recognition resolution for outgoing Commissioner Julie Powers and a presentation from Kirtland Community College's president.

• Appointment of Terra Deming to District 1 County Commissioner
• Approval of August 30, 2022 warrant for $485,532.39, including $398,950 library bond payment
• Approval of September 6, 2022 warrant for $108,813.99, including $78,471.79 MERS payment
• Approval of September 13, 2022 warrant (amount not specified in agenda)
• Resolution OCR 22-23 recognizing Julie Powers for service as commissioner

The board unanimously appointed Terra Deming to fill the District 1 commissioner vacancy starting September 15, 2022. They also approved three warrants totaling $743,684.97 and amended a MERS resolution to reallocate pension assets between divisions. A recognition resolution for outgoing Commissioner Julie Powers was adopted.

• Appointed Terra Deming as District 1 commissioner (unanimous)
• Approved August 30 warrant of $485,532.39 and 23 voided checks (unanimous)
• Approved September 6 warrant of $108,813.99 (unanimous)
• Approved September 13 warrant of $149,338.59 (unanimous)
• Amended OCR 22-22 MERS resolution to reallocate pension assets (unanimous)
• Adopted OCR 22-23 recognition and appreciation of Julie Powers (unanimous consent)

Transportation and Building & Grounds Committee

The committee will review reports from the Transportation and Airport managers. Discussions include financial reports, vehicle requests, and airport maintenance.

• Vehicle disposals
• County department requests for vehicles
• West End tree removal at the airport
• Guardian EMS runs

The committee approved forwarding the disposal of a Sheriff's Dept. Work Camp van to the Budget and Finance Committee. It also agreed to provide a county vehicle to the District Court, with monthly mileage reporting to the Bus System, while further research on a Veterans Affairs vehicle was requested. Financial reports from the Bus and Airport were acknowledged, and tree removal equipment at the airport was discussed but not decided.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Transportation minutes of 11 August 2022 (unanimous)
• Acknowledged Bus finance report (unanimous)
• Forwarded vehicle disposal to Budget and Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Agreed to provide District Court a vehicle with monthly mileage reporting
• Acknowledged Airport financial report (unanimous)

Housing Committee

The Otsego County Housing Committee is holding a regular meeting to review project statuses and consider new business. The main action item is the Water Well Project 14-2020, where specifications, cost estimates, and bid opening will be discussed. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 21, 2022 meeting and receive a director's report.

• Approval of July 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Status updates on Roof Projects 04-2020, 06-2020, 08-2020, and 09-2020
• Status update on Water Well Project 10-2020
• Water Well Project 14-2020 specifications, cost estimate, and bid opening
• Public comments

The Otsego County Housing Committee unanimously approved a $6,365.21 bid from Payton’s Well Drilling Repair and Service for an emergency water well (Project 14-2020), funded with PY20 grant money. The committee also approved minutes from July 21, 2022, and received monthly financial reports. Roof projects from earlier years were reported as completed or pending contractor completion.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bid specifications and cost estimate for Project 14-2020 emergency water well (unanimous)
• Awarded $6,365.21 water well bid to Payton’s Well Drilling Repair and Service with PY20 funding (unanimous)
• Received and filed month-end financial reports ending July 31, 2022 (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Otsego County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a non-use variance request (PZBA22-005) to allow a manufactured home less than 16 feet wide, adjusting the age limit, at 1565 M-32 W in Bagley Township. The board will also approve minutes from the July 26 meeting and take citizen comments. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other public hearings or new business listed.

• Public hearing PZBA22-005: variance for manufactured home age limit at 1565 M-32 W, Bagley Township, B2 district
• Approval of minutes from July 26, 2022 meeting
• Citizen comment period for items not on the agenda

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a non-use variance allowing up to 15 manufactured homes older than 15 years to be placed at Nottingham Forest Mobile Home Park, with conditions including occupancy limited to families displaced by the May 20, 2022 tornado, a two-year placement deadline, and annual inspections. The variance was approved unanimously (6-0) after the board found all five variance criteria were met.

• Approved non-use variance PZBA22-005 allowing manufactured homes with title dates older than 15 years at 1565 M-32 W, Gaylord (6-0)
• Set conditions: max 15 units, no units manufactured before 1999, placement within 2 years, occupancy limited to tornado-displaced families with 30-day public rental option
• Required replacement of variance units with code-compliant homes by Dec. 31, 2033, with annual inspections at owner expense
• Ruled variance units must be rented only, not sold to residents

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 23, 2022, to consider consent agenda items, hear special presentations on the county's financial statements and MERS retirement plan, and discuss committee reports including personnel, budget, and finance matters. The board will also act on warrants and a resolution recognizing the outgoing county treasurer.

• Reappointment of Martha Baril to the Otsego County Library Board
• Resolution OCR 22-21 recognizing Diann Axford, Otsego County Treasurer, for service from 2004 to 2022
• Presentation of 2021 basic financial statements by Anderson, Tackman & Company
• MERS annual actuarial valuation report presentation (funded ratio 72% in 2021)
• Bid 2022-11 for two patrol vehicles and budget amendments for sheriff rifles and capital projects sinking fund

The Board approved a resolution requesting MERS reallocate pension assets across divisions to address unfunded liability disparities. They also approved a $77,888 bid for two Chevy Tahoes, a $5,184 Sheriff rifle budget amendment, and two Capital Projects Sinking Fund amendments totaling $22,933. A motion to set a $1/page Land Use Services printing fee failed 2-7.

• Approved MERS asset reallocation resolution OCR 22-22 (9-0)
• Approved $77,888 bid to Berger Chevrolet for two 2022 Chevy Tahoes (unanimous)
• Approved $5,184 Sheriff rifle budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 Capital Projects Sinking Fund budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $12,933 transfer from General Fund to Capital Projects Sinking Fund (unanimous)
• Denied Land Use Services printing fee of $1.00 per page (2-7)
• Approved increase of Transit Office Manager weekly hours to 40 (unanimous)
• Approved 50% cost sharing of 200 Parvo Vaccines (8-1)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss new business, specifically Section 3 of the draft 5-year recreation plan and a 10-year capital improvements spreadsheet. The meeting is focused on these planning items, with commissioner comments and scheduling of the next regular meeting also on the agenda.

• Review of Section 3 of the draft 5-year recreation plan
• Review of 10-year capital improvements spreadsheet
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 12 at 6:00 p.m. at Otsego Lake County Park, Rhodes Pavilion

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission held a special meeting to discuss updates to Section 3 of the draft 5-year recreation plan and the 10-year capital improvements spreadsheet. No formal votes or decisions were made; the board discussed design options and requested additions to the spreadsheet. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive actions.

• Discussed updates to Section 3 of the 5-year recreation plan
• Reviewed 10-year capital improvements spreadsheet for 2023-2027
• Discussed designing the capital plan for 5 years vs. 10 years
• Requested column for future projects with estimated costs
• Requested column for completed projects from 2018-2022

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee is meeting to handle routine approvals and several new business items, including a bid for two patrol vehicles, budget amendments for sheriff rifles and capital projects, and fee changes for land use prints/copies and animal control parvo vaccines. They will also discuss a Wolverine Power lease letter, a MERS rebalancing resolution, and financial reports.

• Bid 2022-11: Two Patrol Vehicles
• Budget Amendment: Sheriff Rifles
• Land Use Fee Proposal for Prints & Copies
• Animal Control Parvo Vaccine Fee Reduction
• Budget Amendment & Transfer: Capital Projects Sinking Fund Annual Transfer

The Budget & Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of a lease agreement letter between Wolverine Power Cooperative and Otsego County for a section of land at the Gaylord Regional Airport for potential future solar panel installation. The committee also recommended approval of a bid for two new Chevy Tahoe patrol vehicles from Berger Chevrolet, a budget amendment for sheriff rifles, a $1 fee for Land Use Services prints and copies, a cost-sharing program for parvo vaccines at the animal shelter, a MERS rebalancing resolution, and two capital projects sinking fund budget amendments. All recommendations will go to the full Board for final approval.

• Recommended approval of Wolverine Power lease letter for solar panel land at Gaylord Regional Airport (unanimous, Caverson abstained)
• Recommended approval of bid 2022-11 for two Chevy Tahoe patrol vehicles from Berger Chevrolet (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of budget amendment for sheriff rifles (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $1 fee per page for Land Use Services prints and copies (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Animal Control parvo vaccine cost-sharing: shelter covers $15 of first 200 vaccines (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of MERS rebalancing resolution for equitable asset redistribution (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $10,000 capital projects sinking fund amendment for Alpine Center repairs (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annual capital projects sinking fund transfer of 5% of General Fund audited net income (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee will consider several new business items, including a bid for two patrol vehicles, budget amendments for sheriff rifles and capital projects, and fee proposals for prints/copies and animal control parvo vaccines. They will also discuss a MERS rebalancing resolution and review financial reports and credit card statements.

• Bid 2022-11: Two Patrol Vehicles
• Budget Amendment: Sheriff Rifles
• Land Use Fee Proposal for Prints & Copies
• Animal Control Parvo Vaccine Fee Reduction
• Budget Amendment & Transfer: Capital Projects Sinking Fund Annual Transfer

Personnel Committee

The Otsego County Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss two personnel-related items: the Office Manager position for Transit and the Holiday Schedule. No decisions are listed on the agenda; these appear to be discussion items.

• Discussion of Office Manager – Transit position
• Discussion of Holiday Schedule

The Otsego County Personnel Committee recommended increasing the Transit Office Manager position to 40 hours per week, with no budget amendment needed. It also recommended adding Martin Luther King Jr. Day to the county holiday schedule for the 2023 budget process. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Recommended 40-hour work week for Transit Office Manager (unanimous)
• Recommended adding Martin Luther King Jr. Day to county holiday schedule (unanimous)

Transportation and Building & Grounds Committee

The committee will review the June 9, 2022, meeting minutes. The agenda includes reports from the Transportation and Airport managers regarding finances, staffing, and solar power.

• Transportation Manager's report on finance, office manager position, and bus updates
• Airport Manager's report on finance and Wolverine Power Solar Deal

The Transportation and Airport Committee approved moving forward with a donation agreement contract for a small hangar at Gaylord Regional Airport, which includes waiving the land lease and paying township taxes. The committee also forwarded the Office Manager position change back to full time and the Wolverine Power solar deal to the Budget and Finance Committee for further review. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved moving forward with the Hangar Donation Agreement Contract (unanimous)
• Forwarded Office Manager position change to full time to appropriate committee (unanimous)
• Forwarded Wolverine Power solar deal to Budget and Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Acknowledged bus and airport monthly financial reports (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with addition of Hangar Donation item (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 9 June 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on August 9, 2022, to approve two warrants totaling $449,118.13, appoint Cheryl Collins to the DHHS Board, and hear reports from the County Clerk and Administrator. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approve August 2 warrant of $273,094.18, including $55,764.83 for EGLE brownfield grant pass-through and $78,765.13 MERS payment
• Approve August 9 warrant of $176,023.95, including $41,880.50 to Northern Michigan Regional Entity for liquor tax
• Appoint Cheryl Collins to Otsego County DHHS Board, term 09/01/2022 to 10/31/2024
• Approve minutes of July 26, 2022 regular meeting
• Hear County Clerk report from Susan I. Defeyter

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners approved two warrants totaling $449,118.13 and appointed Cheryl Collins to the DHHS Board. The board also appointed County Administrator Matt Barresi to the Economic Alliance Board. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 2, 2022 warrant for $273,094.18 (unanimous)
• Approved August 9, 2022 warrant for $176,023.95 (unanimous)
• Appointed Cheryl Collins to DHHS Board (unanimous consent)
• Appointed Matt Barresi to Economic Alliance Board

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular August meeting, where members are expected to approve the previous meeting's minutes and bills totaling $38,606.75. The main discussion item is the 5-Year Recreation Plan, with Nico Tucker from NEMCOG attending to discuss it. The meeting will also include financial reports, a director's update, and commissioner comments.

• Approval of bills dated 7/5/22 – 8/1/22 in the amount of $38,606.75
• Discussion of the 5-Year Recreation Plan with Nico Tucker (NEMCOG)
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2022 meeting
• Financial reports for County Parks, Community Center, and Groen Preserve
• Director's update on park projects and operations

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission approved bills totaling $38,606.75 and formed a subcommittee to review the 5-year recreation plan. A special meeting was scheduled for August 22 to discuss the plan and capital outlay. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved bills dated 7/5/22-8/1/22 for $38,606.75
• Approved previous minutes with corrections
• Appointed subcommittee to review 5-year recreation plan
• Scheduled special meeting for August 22 to discuss recreation plan

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a three-year employment contract for Matthew Barresi as County Administrator, effective July 26, 2022, at Step 3 of the Executive Admin Salary Progression Schedule. The board will also vote on consent agenda items including minutes and a mortgage discharge, and discuss a recycling millage resolution, vehicle disposals, the 2023 budget calendar, and a budget amendment for jail cameras.

• Approve contract for Matthew Barresi as County Administrator (3-year term, Step 3 salary)
• OCR 22-19: Discharge of mortgage for Raymond and Tara Musall (property at 633 Donovan Street, Vanderbilt)
• OCR 22-20: Recycling Millage Resolution and ballot language
• Vehicle disposals of two buses
• Budget amendment for jail cameras

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Otsego County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two non-use variance requests: one to reduce required parking for a retail business on Old 27 South, and another to allow a larger sign at 1795 M-32 W. The board will also discuss elections and board terms. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other substantive items.

• PZBA22-002: Non-use variance for reduced parking at retail business, Old 27 South, Bagley Township (B2 district)
• PZBA22-003: Non-use variance for larger sign at 1795 M-32 W, Bagley Township (B3 district)
• Elections and terms for board members McCarthy, Miller, and Welter

The Otsego County Zoning Board of Appeals denied a parking variance for a proposed Dollar General store on Old 27 South in Bagley Township, requiring the full 57 parking spaces. The board approved a separate variance allowing a larger sign at 1795 M-32 W in Gaylord. Both decisions were made after public hearings and roll call votes.

• Denied parking variance for Dollar General at Old 27 South (5-1)
• Approved sign variance for 1795 M-32 W, allowing 156 sq ft sign (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Mr. Colosimo as new Secretary (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Tim Miller and Jay Welter to ZBA (unanimous)

Housing Committee

The Otsego County Housing Committee is meeting to review project statuses, approve specifications and cost estimates for new roof and water well projects, and consider discharging a mortgage loan. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Roof Project 04-2020 specifications, cost estimate, and bid opening
• Water Well Project 10-2020 specifications, cost estimate, and bid opening
• Discharge Mortgage Loan #01-2019
• Status updates on Roof Projects 06-2020, 08-2020, and 09-2020

The Otsego County Housing Committee approved two emergency project bids: a $7,940 roof repair for Project 04-2020 to Story Roofing Company and an $8,980 water well for Project 10-2020 to Thomas & Ross Payton & Sons Well Drilling & Excavating, both funded with PY20 funds. The committee also approved discharging a paid-in-full loan mortgage (01-2019) and received a three-month extension for the PY20 program income program. All motions were unanimous.

• Approved $7,940 roof bid for Project 04-2020 to Story Roofing (unanimous)
• Approved $8,980 water well bid for Project 10-2020 to Thomas & Ross Payton & Sons (unanimous)
• Approved discharge of loan 01-2019 mortgage as paid in full (unanimous)
• Received and filed June 30, 2022 financial reports (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee is meeting to handle routine business and several new items. They will consider ballot language for a recycling proposal, approve the disposal of two 2012 buses, review the budget calendar, and discuss a budget amendment for cameras in the jail. The meeting also includes approval of the previous minutes and a finance department update.

• OCR 22-XX Recycling Ballot Language
• Vehicle Disposals: Two 2012 Busses
• Budget Amendment: Cameras in Jail
• Budget Calendar review
• Credit Card Statements

The Budget & Finance Committee unanimously recommended placing a recycling millage renewal on the November 2022 ballot, scrapping two 2012 buses, approving the 2023 budget calendar, and a $4,003 budget amendment for jail cameras. They also reviewed credit card statements and heard updates on a potential Child Care Fund expense, a $90,000 tornado cost award, and an August audit presentation. All actions are recommendations to the full Board.

• Recommended recycling millage renewal for Nov. 2022 ballot (unanimous)
• Recommended scrapping two 2012 buses (unanimous)
• Recommended 2023 budget calendar (unanimous)
• Recommended $4,003 budget amendment for jail cameras (unanimous)

Veteran's Affairs Committee

The Otsego County Veteran's Affairs Committee will hold a regular meeting to review Soldier and Sailor Relief applications and receive updates on the MVAA CVSF grant. The agenda also includes reports from the counselor, activity, and financial areas, covering Veteran's Affairs, burial, and Soldiers Relief. This is a routine business meeting with no major policy decisions listed.

• Soldier and Sailor Relief Application(s) review
• MVAA CVSF Grant updates
• Financial reports: Veteran's Affairs, Burial, Soldiers Relief

The Otsego County Veterans Affairs Committee approved two soldier relief applications totaling $2,050 for car and roof repairs, and approved the May 17, 2022 minutes and June 30, 2022 financial reports. The committee also discussed the upcoming Warrior's Journey event and heard reports on outreach and office purchases.

• Approved soldier relief application #02-2022 for $850 to Jim Werning Inc. for car repairs (unanimous)
• Approved soldier relief application #03-2022 for $1,200 to Story Roofing Company Inc. for roof repairs (unanimous)
• Approved May 17, 2022 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved month-end financial reports ending June 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and review a request for a special use permit for a private recreational facility. The body will also discuss updates to the Master Plan and vote on an amendment to the commission's by-laws.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit/Site Plan Review for Kent Family Farm LLC at 6500 Nicklaus Dr
• Vote on PC By-Laws amendment regarding membership
• Discussion on Master Plan updates with NEMCOG

The Otsego County Planning Commission approved a special use permit and site plan review for Kent Family Farm LLC to operate a private recreational facility at 6500 Nicklaus Dr in Hayes Township. The approval includes specific conditions and a list of agri-tourism uses. The motion passed 8-1.

• Approved special use permit PZSU22-002 for private recreational facility at 6500 Nicklaus Dr (8-1)
• Approved minutes from June 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Planning Commission By-Laws regarding township representative residency (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to interview the two final candidates for the County Administrator position. The board will select a candidate and authorize the board chair to negotiate a contract. The meeting is open to the public and can be attended in person or remotely via Zoom.

• Interviews of final candidates Darcy Long and Matthew Barresi for County Administrator
• Selection of County Administrator and authorization to negotiate contract
• Interview process overview by Rehmann HR Solutions consultant Kerreen Conley

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners voted to offer the County Administrator position to Matthew Barresi, one of two final candidates, after a public comment period. The board also authorized the Board Chair to negotiate a contract with Barresi. A motion to table the decision until the next meeting failed for lack of a second.

• Offered County Administrator position to Matthew Barresi (6-1)
• Authorized Board Chair to negotiate contract with Matthew Barresi (6-1)
• Motion to table administrator decision until 7-26-22 failed (no second)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on July 12, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The board will vote on consent agenda items including recognition resolutions, a rezoning request, zoning ordinance text amendments, and approval of a $174,708.54 warrant. They will also hear presentations honoring first responders and from the Road Commission.

• Rezone two parcels (010-003-200-010-00 and 010-003-200-015-00) from B2 to R2 in Bagley Township
• Adopt text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Sections 21.46, 21.21, Articles 11 and 10
• Approve July 5, 2022 warrant totaling $174,708.54, including $77,494.84 to Siwecki Builders for Animal Control Storage Building
• Approve July 12, 2022 warrant (amount not specified in agenda)
• Adopt resolution OCR 22-18 for State Disaster Contingency Fund Grant

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners rescinded OCR 22-11, the 'Resolution defending freedom' approved June 28, 2022, by an 8-1 vote. The board also unanimously approved rezoning two parcels from B2 to R2, adopted zoning ordinance text amendments, and approved warrants totaling $793,844.11. Several recognition resolutions were approved, including for Rachel Frisch and Alpenfest honorees.

• Rescinded OCR 22-11 Resolution defending freedom (8-1, Mason nay)
• Approved rezone of parcels 010-003-200-010-00 and 010-003-200-015-00 from B2 to R2 (unanimous)
• Adopted text amendments to Zoning Ordinance Sections 21.46, 21.33, 21.21, Articles 11 and 10 (unanimous)
• Approved July 5, 2022 warrant of $174,708.54 (unanimous)
• Approved July 12, 2022 warrant of $619,135.57 and 22 voided checks (unanimous)
• Approved OCR 22-18 State Disaster Contingency Fund Grant Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved OCR 22-12 Recognition of Rachel A. Frisch (8-1, Mason nay)
• Approved OCR 22-14 Alpenfest Der Buergermeister Jon Deming (8-1, Mason nay)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular July meeting, primarily to approve bills totaling $37,382.40 for the period 6/5/22–7/4/22 and to receive the director's update on parks, the community center, and projects. The agenda also includes old business on the Mark Mellon Triathlon, public comment, and financial reports. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Approval of bills dated 6/5/22–7/4/22 totaling $37,382.40
• Director's update on Community Center, County Park, Day Use Parks, Groen Preserve, and projects
• Old Business: Mark Mellon Triathlon discussion
• Public comment period
• Financial reports and budget review

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission approved the Mark Mellon Triathlon scheduled for August 13, 2022, at Otsego Lake County Park. They also approved bills totaling $37,382.40 and the minutes from the June 13 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was updates and discussion.

• Approved Mark Mellon Triathlon for Aug. 13, 2022 at Otsego Lake County Park
• Approved bills dated 6/5/22–7/4/22 in the amount of $37,382.40
• Approved minutes from June 13, 2022 meeting as presented

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider routine business, including approving the consent agenda, hearing a presentation from 211 Northeast Michigan, and receiving department reports. Key actions include a resolution supporting a $280,000 community corrections grant application and several bid awards for county equipment. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy changes.

• Resolution OCR 22-10: Approve FY 2023 Community Corrections Grant Application for $280,000
• Bid awards: 1976 GMC dump truck, 1989 pontoon, hay elevator
• Appointment of Monica Peck to the Otsego County Library Board of Directors
• Otsego County Bus System ADA policy updates
• Resolution OCR 22-11: 'Resolution Defending Freedom'

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners approved the sale of a 1976 GMC dump truck, a 1989 pontoon, and a hay elevator to various buyers. They also approved a community corrections grant application, a letter of support for an aging grant, updated ADA policy wording, and a step progression for a parks position. The board authorized the Personnel Committee to negotiate an agreement for Rachel Frisch to become County Administrator.

• Approved sale of 1976 GMC dump truck to Lost Valley Bible Camp & Retreat for $3,125 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 1989 pontoon to Brett Fehrman for $2,651 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of hay elevator to John Zaremba for $1,601 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution OCR 22-10 NEMCAB FY 2024 Community Corrections Grant Application (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Otsego County Commission on Aging grant through Region 9 Area Agency on Aging (unanimous)
• Approved updated wording for Bus System ADA Policy (unanimous)
• Approved step progression recommendation for Parks and Recreation Coordinator (8-1, Henry Mason nay)
• Authorized Personnel Committee to negotiate agreement for Rachel Frisch as County Administrator (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Otsego County Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider rezoning two parcels in Bagley Township from B2/General Business to R2/General Residential, as well as several zoning ordinance text amendments addressing errors and fencing standards. The commission will also review a site plan for the Johannesburg-Lewiston School Addition and discuss by-law amendments regarding membership. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and public participation.

• Rezone PZRZ22-001/002: Two parcels on Main St E, Gaylord (including 660 Main St E) from B2 to R2
• Text amendments to zoning ordinance sections on wireless towers, loading/unloading, campgrounds, and veterinary hospitals/kennels
• Text amendment to set standards for fencing materials (Section 21.10)
• Site Plan Review PZPR22-001: Johannesburg-Lewiston School Addition
• PC By-Laws amendment regarding membership

The Otsego County Planning Commission unanimously recommended rezoning two parcels on Main St in Bagley Township from B2/General Business to R2/General Residential, allowing a women's sober living home. It also unanimously recommended four zoning text amendments correcting errors in sections on wireless towers, loading, campgrounds, and veterinary hospitals/kennels. The fencing text amendment (Section 21.10) was sent back to townships for further input. The commission approved the Johannesburg-Lewiston School addition site plan and agreed to place a by-laws amendment on the next agenda.

• Recommended rezone of parcels 010-003-200-015-00 and 010-003-200-010-00 from B2 to R2 (unanimous)
• Recommended text amendments to Sections 21.46.2, 21.21, 11.2, and 10.2 (unanimous)
• Sent Section 21.10 Fences amendment back to townships for further input
• Approved Johannesburg-Lewiston School addition site plan (unanimous)
• Agreed to place by-laws amendment on next agenda (unanimous)

Housing Committee

The Otsego County Housing Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, review status of two ongoing roof projects, and consider specifications, cost estimates, and bid openings for three new roof projects. The agenda is largely procedural and project-focused, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of May 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Status update on Roof Project 03-2020
• Status update on Roof Project 05-2020
• Specifications, cost estimate, and bid opening for Roof Project 06-2020
• Specifications, cost estimate, and bid opening for Roof Projects 08-2020 and 09-2020

The Otsego County Housing Committee approved and awarded three emergency roof projects (06-2020, 08-2020, 09-2020) to ASAP Roofing, with the lowest bids, using PY20 funding. The committee also approved the May 19, 2022 minutes and received the month-end financial reports. No public comments were made.

• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Awarded project 06-2020 roof bid of $12,800 to ASAP Roofing (unanimous)
• Awarded project 08-2020 roof bid of $12,500 (shingle) or $16,700 (steel) to ASAP Roofing, owner choice (unanimous)
• Awarded project 09-2020 roof bid of $13,225 to ASAP Roofing (unanimous)
• Received and filed month-end financial reports ending May 31, 2022 (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The committee will review the May 18, 2022 minutes and discuss several new items. The agenda includes a support letter for Commission on Aging grant funding and a discussion regarding wayfinding.

• Commission on Aging Grant Funding Support Letter
• OCR 22-10: NEMCCAB Resolution
• Wayfinding Discussion
• Review of credit card statements
• Finance Department Update

The Budget & Finance Committee unanimously recommended approval of a letter of support for the Commission on Aging grant funding, and also recommended approval of the annual NEMCCAB resolution supporting NEMCOG's community corrections grant pursuit. The Committee approved including the Wayfinding project in the 2023 budget and recommended the sale of three assets from the Groen Preserve to the highest bidders. A generator transfer switch replacement at Land Use was agreed to be purchased, as it falls within budget parameters.

• Recommended Commission on Aging grant funding letter of support (unanimous)
• Recommended OCR 22-10 NEMCCAB resolution (unanimous)
• Included Wayfinding project in 2023 budget (unanimous)
• Agreed to purchase generator transfer switch (no vote recorded)
• Recommended sale of 1976 GMC dump truck to Lost Valley Bible Camp for $3,125 (unanimous)
• Recommended sale of 1989 Sea Nymph pontoon to Brett Fehrman for $2,651, contingent on Groen Board approval (unanimous)
• Recommended sale of hay elevator to John Zaremba for $1,601, contingent on Groen Board approval (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on June 14, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The board will consider a resolution opposing proposed rulemaking on Wagner-Peyser Act staffing, approve warrants, and hear reports from the prosecutor and a presentation from North Country Community Mental Health.

• OCR 22-09: Opposition to Proposed Rulemaking on Wagner-Peyser Act Staffing
• Approval of May 31, June 7, and June 14, 2022 warrants
• Special presentation by North Country Community Mental Health CEO Christine Gebhard
• Prosecutor's Office department head report
• Approval of May 24, 2022 regular meeting minutes

The board unanimously adopted Resolution OCR 22-09 opposing a U.S. Department of Labor proposed rule that would require state merit staff for Wagner-Peyser Act employment services, arguing it would reduce local flexibility and cut Michigan Works! staff. The board also approved three warrants totaling $492,000 and the consent agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution OCR 22-09 opposing Wagner-Peyser Act staffing rule (9-0)
• Approved May 31, 2022 warrant of $70,794.17 and one voided check (unanimous)
• Approved June 7, 2022 warrant of $229,200.30 (unanimous)
• Approved June 14, 2022 warrant of $192,002.61 and one voided check (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including May 24, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission is reviewing financial reports and approving bills totaling $32,641.89 for the period of May 3 to June 4, 2022. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Step 3 pay scale for the Park Coordinator.

• Approval of bills totaling $32,641.89 for various park and community center expenses
• Discussion of Step 3 Pay Scale for Park Coordinator
• Review of May 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Financial report review including property taxes and park revenues

The Otsego County Parks & Recreation Commission approved bills totaling $32,641.89, moved the Park Coordinator to Step 3 on the pay scale, and recommended awarding bids for surplus equipment to the highest bidders. The commission also postponed discussion of the Mark Mellon Triathlon until July.

• Approved bills dated 5/3/22-6/4/22 for $32,641.89
• Approved moving Park Coordinator to Step 3 on pay scale
• Recommended awarding 1976 GMC dump truck bid to Lost Valley Bible Camp for $3,125.00
• Recommended awarding used hay elevator bid to John Zaremba for $1,601.00, contingent on Groen Foundation approval
• Recommended awarding 1989 Sea Nymph pontoon and motor bid to Brett Fehrman for $2,651.00, contingent on Groen Foundation approval
• Postponed Mark Mellon Triathlon discussion until July meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider several budget amendments, including year-end adjustments, equipment and vehicle purchases for the Sheriff Department, and 911 equipment. They will also discuss tornado response policies for employee personal leave and volunteer work leave, and approve warrants and appointments.

• Budget amendments for 2021 year-end adjustments, 911 equipment, land use digitization, legal expenses, Sheriff Department equipment and vehicles
• Tornado response: employee personal leave and volunteer work leave policies
• Appointment of Christina Sheppard to the Board of Canvassers
• Discharge of mortgages for Gladys A. Piasecki and Danielle M. Stocki
• Approval of May 17 and May 24, 2022 warrants

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners approved several budget adjustments and fund transfers, including $30,000 from the 9-1-1 fund for equipment, $17,000 for document digitization, $10,000 for legal expenses, $22,000 for sheriff's equipment and ammunition, and $120,000 for sheriff's vehicles. They also approved temporary tornado-related emergency personal leave and volunteer work policies for county employees, and approved warrants totaling $294,659.07. All motions passed, with Commissioner Henry Mason voting against the 2021 year-end budget adjustments, the 9-1-1 fund transfer, and the tornado volunteer policy.

• Approved 2021 year-end budget adjustments (7-1, Mason nay)
• Approved equipment fund and Airport 2021 year-end transfers (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 from 9-1-1 fund for equipment (7-1, Mason nay)
• Approved $17,000 from Land Use Fund for document digitization (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 from Legal Expense fund for legal costs (unanimous)
• Approved $22,000 budget amendment for sheriff's equipment and ammunition (unanimous)
• Approved $120,000 budget amendment for sheriff's vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved temporary tornado-related emergency personal leave and volunteer policies (unanimous and 7-1, Mason nay)

Housing Committee

The committee will review the status of Roof Project 03-2020 and discuss specifications, cost estimates, and bid openings for Roof Project 05-2020. The agenda also includes the discharge of two paid mortgages from 2007 and 2020 and a review of program income guidelines.

• Roof Project 05-2020 specifications, cost estimate, and bid opening
• Discharge of Paid Mortgage 05-2007
• Discharge of Paid Mortgage 02-2020
• Review of Program Income Guidelines

The Otsego County Housing Committee approved an $8,300 emergency roof bid from ASAP Roofing for project 05-2020, funded with PY20 funds. The committee also discharged two paid-in-full housing loans and updated program guidelines to include 0% interest and no leverage requirement for emergency repairs. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved $8,300 roof bid to ASAP Roofing for project 05-2020 (unanimous)
• Approved discharge of housing loan 05-2007 mortgage as paid in full (unanimous)
• Approved discharge of housing loan 02-2020 mortgage as paid in full (unanimous)
• Approved updated PY 2020 program guidelines with 0% interest and no leverage requirement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 23 and March 29, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Received and filed financial reports ending April 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee will discuss several budget amendments involving 911 equipment, land use digitization, legal services, and Sheriff Department equipment. The meeting also includes discussions on a SANE vehicle lease and year-end cash transfers for airport and equipment funds.

• Budget Amendment: 911 Equipment
• Budget Amendment: Digitization Service for Land Use
• SANE Vehicle Lease
• Budget Amendment: Sheriff Department Vehicles & Equipment
• Year End Cash Transfers: Airport & Equipment Funds

The Budget & Finance Committee unanimously recommended several budget amendments to the full board, including $142,000 for two patrol vehicles and weaponry equipment for the Sheriff Department, $30,000 for 911 radios, $17,000 for land use document digitization, and $10,000 for legal services. It also recommended a year-end budget amendment, cash transfers to the Equipment and Airport funds, and a step increase for the Finance Director. All recommendations passed unanimously.

• Recommended $142K budget amendment for sheriff vehicles and equipment (unanimous)
• Recommended $30K budget amendment for 911 radios (unanimous)
• Recommended $17K budget amendment for land use digitization (unanimous)
• Recommended $10K budget amendment for legal services (unanimous)
• Recommended 2021 year-end budget amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended $7K temporary cash transfer to Equipment Fund (unanimous)
• Recommended $30K permanent cash transfer to Airport Fund (unanimous)
• Recommended step increase for Finance Director (unanimous)

Veteran's Affairs Committee

The Otsego County Veteran's Affairs Committee is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes updates on the MVAA CVSF Grant, counselor and activity reports, and financial reports covering Veteran's Affairs, burial, and Soldiers Relief. This is a routine business meeting with no major policy decisions listed.

• MVAA CVSF Grant updates
• Counselor Updates
• Activity Report
• Financial reports: Veteran's Affairs, Burial, Soldiers Relief
• Approval of March 15, 2022 regular minutes

The Otsego County Veterans Affairs Committee met on May 17, 2022, and unanimously approved the March 15, 2022 meeting minutes and the month-end financial reports ending April 30, 2022. The counselor reported on MVAA updates, CVSF grant activities, and the purchase of office equipment. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved March 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved month-end financial reports ending April 30, 2022 (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Otsego County Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss employee progression. The agenda includes only this discussion item, with no other substantive business.

• Discussion of employee progression

The Otsego County Personnel Committee recommended advancing two staff members to the next step in their pay grades. Parks and Recreation Coordinator Jacob Brown would move from Step 2 to Step 3 in Pay Grade 7, and Finance Director Mel Maier from Step 4 to Step 5 in Pay Grade 14. Both recommendations will go to the Finance Committee for approval.

• Recommended Jacob Brown's progression to Step 3, Pay Grade 7 (all in favor)
• Recommended Mel Maier's progression to Step 5, Pay Grade 14 (all in favor)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve weekly check disbursements and the April 26, 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda includes reviewing significant payments for Kirtland Community College collections and various county payables.

• $1,336,481.00 payment to Kirtland Community College for 2021 collection
• $271,554.08 May 3, 2022 warrant including $184,497.19 for City of Gaylord road millage settlement
• $1,667,805.08 total amount for the May 10, 2022 warrant
• Approval of April 26, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Committee appointment regarding Administrator Search

The board unanimously approved two warrants totaling $1,939,359.16 and voided two checks. It also appointed five members to an Administrator Search Committee, with Commissioner Rob Pallarito as chair. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and public comment.

• Approved May 3, 2022 warrant of $271,554.08 and two voided checks (unanimous)
• Approved May 10, 2022 warrant of $1,667,805.08 (unanimous)
• Appointed Administrator Search Committee: Pallarito, Liss, McVannel, Mertz, Frisch; Pallarito chair

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Otsego County Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for an interpretation of a comparable use in the FR/Forestry Recreation Zoning District. The case involves a wedding venue at 6213 Karslake Rd, which was remanded to the ZBA by the 87th District Court. The board will decide whether the venue can be considered a comparable use, with Corwith Township recommending denial.

• Public hearing on PZBA22-001: interpretation for comparable use for wedding venue at 6213 Karslake Rd, Vanderbilt
• Case remanded by 87th District Court; enforcement case EN21-0085
• Corwith Township recommended denial, citing incompatibility with FR district intent
• Applicant paid $400 fee for ZBA interpretation
• Neighboring property owners submitted letters opposing the use

The Otsego County Zoning Board of Appeals approved a motion classifying wedding venues as a comparable use subject to special conditions in the Forestry Recreation (FR) Zoning District, requiring a special use permit. The decision was based on findings that the Elams' property at 6213 Karslake Rd was intended for use as a wedding venue, and it allows such venues to proceed under Section 8.2 and Article 19 of the Zoning Ordinance. The board did not approve the specific use but clarified the zoning classification.

• Approved Findings of Fact for PZBA22-001, amending #8 and striking #13-14 (unanimous)
• Approved additional Findings of Fact, amending #15 and #18 to remove 'commercial' (unanimous)
• Approved classifying wedding venues as a permitted use subject to special conditions in FR District (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving bills totaling $38,028.22 for the period April 5 to May 2, 2022, and will discuss the Mark Mellon Triathlon scheduled for August 13, 2022. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes, financial reports, and a director's update on parks and facilities.

• Approval of bills dated 4/5/22–5/2/2022 in the amount of $38,028.22
• Discussion of Mark Mellon Triathlon on Saturday, August 13, 2022
• Approval of minutes from April 11, 2022 meeting
• Financial reports including budget reports for County Parks, Community Center, and Groen Preserve
• Director's update on Community Center, County Park, Day Use Parks, Groen Preserve, and projects

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission approved bills totaling $38,028.22 and granted free day use for the Community Playgroup event on August 23. The Mark Mellon Triathlon discussion was postponed. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were updates or discussions.

• Approved bills dated 4/5/22–5/2/22 for $38,028.22
• Approved free day use for Community Playgroup event on August 23, 2022
• Postponed Mark Mellon Triathlon discussion to next meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on April 26, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The board will consider approving a MERS Defined Contribution Plan for new hires in the POAM bargaining unit, effective February 22, 2022, and will also discuss ballot language for parks and recreation and EMS, a trailer bid award, and a position recruiting firm. The meeting includes consent agenda items, public comment, and department reports.

• OCR 22-04: POAM Bargaining Unit Transition to MERS Defined Contribution Plan
• OCR 22-05: Otsego County Parks & Recreation Ballot Language
• OCR 22-06: Otsego County EMS Ballot Language
• RFP 2022-07 Trailer Bid Award
• Position Recruiting Firm

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners approved ballot language for two millage propositions to be placed on the August 2, 2022 primary election ballot. One proposition seeks a 0.25 mill renewal for parks and recreation, and the other a 0.78 mill renewal for emergency medical services. The board also approved a bid for a trailer, hired a recruiting firm for a county administrator search, and approved two warrants.

• Approved ballot language for 0.25 mill parks and recreation renewal (unanimous)
• Approved ballot language for 0.78 mill EMS renewal (unanimous)
• Awarded Bid 22-07 to USA Trailers for $11,224.00 (unanimous)
• Approved engaging Rehmann Robson, LLC for county administrator search (8-1)
• Approved April 19, 2022 warrant for $1,092,382.32 (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2022 warrant for $461,679.39 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including POAM bargaining unit transition to MERS Defined Contribution Plan (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee is meeting to handle routine business and several new items. They will review proposed language for EMS and Parks and Rec millages, consider a bid for a Parks & Rec dump trailer, discuss position search firms, and review credit card statements. The agenda also includes a finance department update and approval of the prior meeting's minutes.

• EMS Millage Language
• Parks and Rec Millage Language
• Bid 2022-07: Parks & Rec Dump Trailer
• Position Search Firms
• Credit Card Statements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request from Jody and Cameron Lahring for a Special Use Permit and Site Plan Review. The applicants seek reapproval to construct an event barn at 54 Poquette Rd in Gaylord.

• Public hearing for PZSU22-001: Special Use Permit for an event barn at 54 Poquette Rd
• Discussion of Planning Commission By-Laws amendment regarding membership residency
• Review of Otsego County Zoning Ordinance errors and fencing material standards
• Report on Otsego County Parks & Recreation activities including Groen Preserve work
• Discussion on enforcement of Section 21.33 regarding campers used as year-round residences

The Otsego County Planning Commission unanimously approved a special use permit and site plan review for an event barn at 54 Poquette Rd in Livingston Township. The permit includes conditions from a prior approval, such as a 11pm event end time and keeping music inside the building. The commission also discussed but did not vote on a proposed by-law amendment regarding membership requirements.

• Approved special use permit PZSU22-001 for event barn at 54 Poquette Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Finding of Fact for PZSU22-001 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 21, 2022 (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Otsego County Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss recruitment services. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, along with standard procedural actions like approving the agenda and adjourning.

• Discussion of recruitment services

The Otsego County Personnel Committee met on April 18, 2022, and recommended accepting Rehmann's proposal for recruitment services to fill the upcoming County Administrator opening. The motion was carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Rehmann proposal for recruitment services (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on April 12, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The board will consider consent agenda items including approval of prior meeting minutes and a magistrate appointment, and will hear a presentation on Crime Victims Week. They will also consider a recommendation from the Planning Commission to waive the reapplication fee for an expired special use permit for an event barn at 54 Poquette Rd, Gaylord, due to COVID-related delays.

• Approve minutes of March 24, 2022 regular meeting
• Approve Betty S. Westenbarger as magistrate of 87A District Court
• Resolution OCR 2022-03 recognizing Crime Victims Week (April 24-30, 2022)
• Consider fee waiver for reapplication of special use permit PZSU19-006 for event barn at 54 Poquette Rd, Gaylord
• Receive department report from Equalization Director Mark Reetz

Building Authority

The Building Authority will review a library update and consider the approval of bills totaling $2,030.00. There is no unfinished business listed for this session.

• Library update
• Approval of Bills – $2,030.00

The Otsego County Building Authority met and approved the minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting. They also approved a bill for $2,030. The committee discussed a library update, including new lights installed by Sunrise Electric and a potential furniture purchase, with a decision deferred pending review of millage language.

• Approved minutes from February 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $2,030 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving a dump trailer bid and the wording for the 2022 millage. They will also review financial reports and bills totaling $37,614.80, and discuss the Mark Mellon Triathlon scheduled for August 13, 2022. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and public comment.

• Approval of bills dated 3/8/22-4/4/22 in the amount of $37,614.80
• Dump Trailer Bid Approval
• Approval of 2022 Millage Verbiage
• Mark Mellon Triathlon on Saturday August 13, 2022
• Financial reports for County Parks, Community Center, and Groen Preserve

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission approved bills totaling $37,614.80 and recommended the lowest bid of $11,224.00 from USA Trailer Sales for a dump trailer to the Budget and Finance Committee. They also recommended approval of the 2022 millage verbiage for the August ballot. No other substantive decisions were made; the triathlon date was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved bills dated 3/8/22-4/4/22 for $37,614.80
• Recommended dump trailer bid of $11,224.00 from USA Trailer Sales to Budget and Finance Committee
• Recommended 2022 millage verbiage for August ballot to Budget and Finance Committee

Housing Committee

The Otsego County Emergency Housing Board is meeting to discuss unfinished business, specifically the specifications, cost estimate, and re-bid opening for the Roof Project 03-2020. Public comments will be heard. The meeting is scheduled for March 29, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. in Gaylord, MI.

• Roof Project 03-2020 specifications and cost estimate review
• Re-bid opening for Roof Project 03-2020
• Public comments period

The Otsego County Emergency Housing Board unanimously approved bid specifications and cost estimates for emergency roof project 03-2020, and awarded the bid to ASAP Roofing for $15,300, funded by CDBG PY2020 and owner 3% leverage funds. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved bid specifications and cost estimate for emergency roof project 03-2020 (unanimous)
• Awarded emergency roof bid to ASAP Roofing for $15,300 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will vote on three Budget and Finance Committee recommendations: a $6,000 appropriation for a Conservation District Environmental Education Specialist, a discounted park fee rate for U.S. Armed Services veterans, and a 2022 spongy moth suppression plan for the Heart Lake and Fawn Lake areas. The board will also approve minutes from the March 8, 2022 meeting and warrants for March 15 and 22, 2022.

• $6,000 appropriation from county contingency for Otsego County Conservation District Environmental Education Specialist position
• Discounted park fee rate for veterans of U.S. Armed Services at Otsego County Parks and Recreation locations
• Spongy moth spraying plan for Heart Lake and Fawn Lake areas, 190 acres, with Aura Aerial Application at $11,078.90 ($58.31 per acre), 50% cost share on 140 residential acres
• Approval of regular meeting minutes of March 8, 2022
• Approval of March 15, 2022 and March 22, 2022 warrants

Housing Committee

The Otsego County Housing Committee will discuss updates on various repair projects and review new specifications, cost estimates, and bid openings for the 03-2020 Roof Project. The committee will also approve minutes from previous regular and emergency meetings.

• Bid opening for Roof Project 03-2020
• Review of specifications and cost estimates for Roof Project 03-2020
• Status updates on MSHDA PIP #660348000005 Repairs, 01-2020 Roof, and 02-2020 Furnace

The Otsego County Housing Committee approved minutes from prior meetings and received financial reports. Two bids for an emergency roof project were opened and reviewed, but no contract was awarded because both bids exceeded the housing inspector's cost estimate. The inspector will contact bidders to review costs and advise on next steps.

• Approved November 18, 2021 housing meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2021 emergency housing meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received and filed month-end financial reports ending February 28, 2022 (unanimous)
• Deferred action on emergency roof project; bids from Story Roofing ($19,495) and ASAP Roofing ($17,300) exceeded cost estimate

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a project for an event barn on Poquette Rd and potential amendments to membership by-laws. The body will also discuss errors or contradictions regarding fencing in the Otsego County Zoning Ordinance.

• PZSU19-006 — Event Barn — Poquette Rd project
• PC By-Laws Amendment regarding Membership
• Discussion on OCZA Errors/Contradictions (Fencing)

The commission unanimously approved a motion requesting the Board of Commissioners waive the reapplication fee for an expired special use permit for an event barn at 54 Poquette Rd, Gaylord, MI, due to COVID delays. The applicants, Jody and Cameron Lahring, were instructed to resubmit for the special use permit, including a proposed building size change from 40'x60' to 40'x64'. The commission also discussed but did not decide on by-law amendments regarding nonresident membership and fencing ordinance changes, deferring for further review.

• Approved minutes from December 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Requested Board of Commissioners waive reapplication fee for expired special use permit for event barn at 54 Poquette Rd (unanimous)
• Instructed Lahrings to resubmit for special use permit due to expired approval
• Deferred by-law amendment on nonresident membership for further investigation
• Deferred fencing ordinance changes for township review

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee voted to recommend a $6,000 appropriation from the General Fund contingency to fund an Environmental Educational Specialist. The committee also approved extending park discounts to veterans and authorized using millage funds for spongy moth spraying in specific areas.

• $6,000 appropriation recommendation for Conservation District specialist
• Recommendation to extend park discounts to U.S. veterans
• Authorization of cost-share spraying for Heart and Fawn Lake
• Decision to rebid the Parks and Rec dump trailer
• Approval of February 16, 2022 meeting minutes

The Budget & Finance Committee recommended $6,000 from General Fund contingency to the Conservation District for an Environmental Educational Specialist, and recommended extending the senior citizen park discount to veterans. It also approved using remaining Spongy Moth millage funds with cost-sharing to spray Heart and Fawn Lake areas, and approved credit card statements. The committee agreed to rebid a dump trailer after receiving no bids.

• Recommended $6,000 appropriation to Conservation District for Environmental Educational Specialist (unanimous)
• Recommended park discount for U.S. armed services veterans (unanimous)
• Approved use of Spongy Moth millage funds with cost share to spray Heart and Fawn Lake (unanimous)
• Approved credit card statements (unanimous)
• Agreed to rebid dump trailer for Parks and Rec after no bids received

Veteran's Affairs Committee

The committee will review minutes from the January 18, 2022, meeting and discuss new business regarding a Soldier and Sailor Relief application and MVAA CVSF grant updates. The agenda also includes counselor, activity, and financial reports.

• Soldier and Sailor Relief Application 01-2022
• MVAA CVSF Grant updates
• Financial reports for Veterans Affairs, Burial, and Soldiers Relief

The Otsego County Veterans Affairs Committee approved a $700 soldier and sailor relief payment for water well repairs, and unanimously approved the January 18, 2022 minutes and February 28, 2022 financial reports. The committee also reviewed a $5,784 grant amendment for office equipment and marketing.

• Approved soldier relief application #01-2022 for $700 to Payton's Well Drilling (unanimous)
• Approved January 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved month-end financial reports ending February 28, 2022 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving event dates for Fireworks over Otsego Lake, the Mark Mellon Triathlon, and two Halloween weekends, along with bills totaling $11,499.08. They will also discuss a veterans discount for season passes, an advance reservation timeline, and an update on the 5-year recreation plan survey.

• Approval of bills dated 2/8/22-3/7/22 for $11,499.08
• Fireworks over Otsego Lake on July 2, 2022
• Mark Mellon Triathlon on August 13, 2022
• Halloween weekends on September 16-17 and September 23-24, 2022
• Veterans discount for season passes

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission approved several event permits and a new discount policy. They approved fireworks over Otsego Lake on July 2, 2022, and two Halloween weekends in September 2022. A veteran's discount on season passes was also approved, matching the senior citizen rate. The triathlon and advance reservation timeline were postponed to the April meeting.

• Approved fireworks over Otsego Lake on July 2, 2022, with Otsego Lake Association as funder
• Approved first Halloween Weekend on September 16-17, 2022, sponsored by the commission
• Approved second Halloween Weekend on September 23-24, 2022, sponsored by the commission
• Approved veteran's discount on season passes equal to senior citizen rate
• Approved bills dated 2/8/22-3/7/22 in the amount of $11,499.08
• Approved minutes from previous meeting as presented
• Postponed Mark Mellon Triathlon (August 13, 2022) to April meeting
• Postponed advance reservation timeline discussion to April meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on March 8, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. at the Otsego County Library. The board will consider consent agenda items including approval of the February 22, 2022 minutes and an appointment to the Survey and Remonumentation Peer Review Board. They will also hear a special presentation on the Mental Health Access and Juvenile Justice Diversion Program, receive a report from the airport director, and vote on a $171,383.47 warrant for county payables, which includes $89,045.00 to The Greene Construction Group, LLC for the Groen Pavilion/Rest. project.

• Approve March 1, 2022 warrant totaling $171,383.47, including $89,045.00 to The Greene Construction Group, LLC for Groen Pavilion/Rest.
• Approve minutes of February 22, 2022 regular meeting.
• Appoint Scott Papineau to the Otsego County Survey and Remonumentation Peer Review Board, term expiring June 12, 2023.
• Special presentation on Mental Health Access and Juvenile Justice Diversion Program by Judy L. Crockett.
• Department head report from Matthew Barresi, Director of Otsego County Gaylord Regional Airport/Operational Maintenance.

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners approved a 36-month lease agreement with Lafontaine Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Inc. for a 2022 GMC Acadia, with the Straits Area Narcotics Enforcement (S.A.N.E.) covering the monthly lease, insurance, maintenance, and gas costs. The board also approved two warrants totaling $437,114.84 and appointed Scott Papineau to the Survey and Remonumentation Peer Review Group Board. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 36-month lease for 2022 GMC Acadia (unanimous)
• Approved March 1, 2022 warrant for $171,383.47 (unanimous)
• Approved March 8, 2022 warrant for $265,731.37 and two voided checks (unanimous)
• Appointed Scott Papineau to Survey and Remonumentation Peer Review Group Board (unanimous)
• Approved February 22, 2022 regular minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several budget and finance committee recommendations. Key items include awarding bids for a county-wide telephone system, land survey services, and the sale of used ORV assets.

• Awarding Bid 2021-21 for a new telephone system to Teoma Systems
• Awarding Bid 2022-02 for survey and remonumentation services to Wade Trim and Brand Land Surveying LLC
• Approval of $470,510.00 in state funding via Act 51 for the Otsego County Bus System
• Sale of used Polaris Ranger, Cub Cadet, and Polaris Trail Boss ORVs
• Budget amendment of $45,500.00 for Drug Court wages and fringes

The board approved the POAM bargaining unit contract from February 22, 2022 to December 31, 2024, including a revised counter offer and budgetary impact funded from contingency. It also awarded contracts for the county telephone system, survey services, and approved the FY 2023 bus budget resolution.

• Approved POAM bargaining unit contract through Dec 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Awarded Bid 2021-21 for county telephone system to Teoma Systems (unanimous)
• Awarded survey contracts to Wade Trim and Brand Land Surveying LLC, $17,361 each (unanimous)
• Approved Remonumentation Representative agreement (7-0, Caverson abstained)
• Adopted OCR 22-02, FY 2023 Bus Budget resolution (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 3 ORV assets to Ostman, Shilling, Coveyou (unanimous)
• Approved Drug Court Program budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling $770,878.14 and 11 voided checks (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee reviewed several vendor bids and budget amendments. Key actions included recommending a new phone system provider and approving survey agreements, while rejecting a bid for a Sheriff’s Work Camp van.

• Recommended award of bid 2021-21 to Teoma Systems for the county phone system
• Rejected bid 2021-19 from Feldman Automotive Group for a Sheriff’s Work Camp van
• Approved survey and remonumentation agreements with Wade Trim and Brand Land Surveying, LLC
• Recommended approval of annual bus budget resolution OCR 2022-22 for Act 51 funding
• Approved bids for the sale of three Groen ORVs totaling $5,655.00

The Budget & Finance Committee recommended awarding the county phone system bid (2021-21) to Teoma Systems, passing 3-1 with Ms. Frisch voting no. The committee also rejected the Sheriff's Work Camp van bid from Feldman Automotive Group due to delivery timeline concerns. Several other recommendations were approved unanimously, including survey/remonumentation bids and agreements, the annual bus budget resolution, Groen ORV sales, and a budget amendment for Drug Court wages.

• Recommended award of bid 2021-21 for county phone system to Teoma Systems (3-1, Frisch no)
• Rejected bid 2021-19 for Sheriff's Work Camp van from Feldman Automotive Group (unanimous)
• Recommended bid 2022-02 Selection Corners A to Wade Trim (unanimous)
• Recommended bid 2022-02 Selection Corners B to Brand Land Surveying, LLC (unanimous)
• Recommended Survey/Remonumentation Agreements for both corners and County Representative Agreement to Ronald C. Brand (unanimous)
• Recommended bus budget resolution OCR 2022-02 for Act 51 funding (unanimous)
• Recommended sale of three Groen ORVs for $2,505, $3,000, and $150 (unanimous)
• Recommended Budget Amendment for Drug Court wages (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission is reviewing bills totaling $16,894.69 for the period of January 5 to February 7, 2022. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 5-year Recreation Plan survey.

• Approval of bills dated 1/5/22–2/7/22 totaling $16,894.69
• Discussion of the 5-year Recreation Plan Survey
• Update on Community Center activities including basketball and volleyball leagues
• Update on Groen Preserve project, including museum door and tile work
• Review of previous meeting minutes from January 10, 2022

The commission approved the June 10-12 dates for the Otsego Lake Splash-In and approved bills totaling $16,894.69. It also recommended the highest bids for three retired recreational vehicles to the County Budget and Finance Committee, contingent on Groen board approval. The minutes from January 10, 2022, were approved as presented.

• Approved the minutes from January 10, 2022, as presented.
• Approved bills dated 1/5/22-2/7/22 in the amount of $16,894.69.
• Approved the Otsego Lake Splash-In dates of June 10-12.
• Recommended the high bid of $2,505.00 from Joe Ostman for the Used Polaris Ranger to the Budget and Finance Committee, contingent on Groen board approval.
• Recommended the high bid of $3,000.00 from James Scilling for the Cub Cadet to the Budget and Finance Committee, contingent on Groen board approval.
• Recommended the high bid of $150.00 from Dalton Coveyor for the Trail Boss to the Budget and Finance Committee, contingent on Groen board approval.

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on February 8, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The board will consider consent agenda items including appointments to the Road Commission and Commission on Aging, a public hearing on a CDBG grant closeout, and approval of financial warrants. Most items are routine administrative actions.

• Approve Thelma Moulds as Otsego County Road Commission Board Secretary
• Re-appoint Mary Sanders and appoint Timothy Hall and Christopher Squire to the Commission on Aging
• Public hearing on CDBG grant closeout for Block Grant #MSC 218013-CPF
• Approve February 1, 2022 warrant totaling $180,626.16, including $25,010.00 to Greene Construction Group LLC
• Approve February 8, 2022 warrant

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners voted down a motion to reintroduce an October 26, 2021 resolution/ordinance that would have allowed the county to enforce a ban on forced masking and vaccines. The motion failed on a 4-5 vote after an amendment to send it to the attorney for review also failed. The board also approved two warrants totaling $409,435.75 and several appointments.

• Approved consent agenda including appointments to Road Commission and Commission on Aging (unanimous)
• Approved February 1, 2022 warrant of $180,626.16 with 13 voided checks (unanimous)
• Approved February 8, 2022 warrant of $228,809.59 with 1 void check (unanimous)
• Motion to reintroduce ordinance against forced masking and vaccines failed (4-5)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 25, 2022, at the Otsego County Library. The board will consider a consent agenda to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2022 meeting, and will hear department reports from the Mid-Michigan Medical Examiner Group and the Otsego County Bus System. Key action items include a proposed amendment to the Commission on Aging lease, reducing its term from 25 to 20 years with an option to extend or purchase, and a bid award for a storage structure at the animal shelter.

• First Amendment to Master Lease with Signet Otsego, LLC for 1165 Elkview Drive, Gaylord, MI, reducing lease term from 25 to 20 years, with option to renew for 5 years and purchase for $1 plus debt
• Bid award for Animal Shelter Storage Structure
• Approval of January 11, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Department reports from Mid-Michigan Medical Examiner Group and Otsego County Bus System
• Approval of financial warrants for January 18 and 25, 2022

The board approved an amendment to the master lease with Signet and OCCOA, extending the term to 20 years with a renewal option and purchase terms. It also awarded the Animal Control Structure bid to Siwecki Construction. Two warrants totaling $548,268.83 were approved unanimously.

• Approved amendment to master lease with Signet and OCCOA (8-1)
• Awarded Animal Control Structure bid to Siwecki Construction (8-1)
• Approved January 18, 2022 warrant of $157,653.80 (unanimous)
• Approved January 25, 2022 warrant of $390,615.03 and 18 voided checks (unanimous)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Otsego County Budget & Finance Committee met and recommended two items to the full Board: an amendment to the Commission on Aging (COA) lease with Signet, and a bid from Siwecki Builders for a new Animal Control storage building. The committee also reviewed credit card statements and received a finance department update on ARPA funds and W-2s.

• Recommended approving amendment to COA lease with Signet; county owns building after lease ends
• Recommended Siwecki Builders bid of $127,695.42 for Animal Control storage building (approx. $106/sq ft)
• Reviewed credit card statements
• Finance update on ARPA Fund final guidance and W-2s

The committee unanimously recommended approving an amendment to the Commission on Aging (COA) lease with Signet, which includes terms for amortizing upfront costs and transferring building ownership to the county after the lease ends. It also unanimously recommended accepting Siwecki Builders' bid of $127,695.42 for the Animal Control storage building, the low bid with a 5% local variance. Both recommendations go to the full Board of Commissioners for final approval.

• Recommended approving COA lease amendment with Signet (unanimous)
• Recommended Siwecki Builders bid for Animal Control storage building at $127,695.42 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 15, 2021 meeting

Veteran's Affairs Committee

The Otsego County Veteran's Affairs Committee holds a regular meeting to review routine reports and updates. New business includes an update on the MVAA CVSF grant. The agenda is largely procedural, covering minutes, counselor and activity reports, and financial statements.

• MVAA CVSF Grant updates
• Counselor Updates
• Activity Report
• Financial reports: Veteran's Affairs, Burial Report, Soldiers Relief
• Approval of November 17, 2021 regular minutes

The Otsego County Veterans Affairs Committee approved using an additional $5,784 MVAA CVSF allocation for a new office printer/copier with maintenance contract and possible advertising. The board also unanimously approved the November 2021 minutes and December 2021 financial reports. No public comment was received.

• Approved use of $5,784 MVAA CVSF funds for new office printer/copier with maintenance contract and possible advertising (unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2021 regular meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Approved month-end financial reports ending December 31, 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 11, 2022, to approve routine financial items, including three warrants (check disbursements) totaling $315,028.82, and to reappoint Michael Colosimo to the Zoning Board of Appeals. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve December 28, 2021 warrant of $276,989.47, including swamp tax payments to Charlton, Chester, and Corwith townships
• Approve January 4, 2022 warrant of $38,039.35
• Approve January 11, 2022 warrant (amount not specified in agenda)
• Reappoint Michael Colosimo to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three-year term ending 12/31/24
• Approve minutes of December 21, 2021 and January 5, 2022 meetings

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners approved three warrants for payments totaling $550,885.59, all by unanimous vote. The board also approved the consent agenda, including the re-appointment of Mike Colosimo to the Zoning Board of Appeals. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and public comment.

• Approved December 28, 2021 warrant for $276,989.47 (unanimous)
• Approved January 4, 2022 warrant for $38,038.35 (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2022 warrant for $235,857.77 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and re-appointment of Mike Colosimo to Zoning Board of Appeals (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Otsego County Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving bills totaling $16,098.82 and the minutes from the December 13, 2021 meeting. They will also receive updates on the furnace and a land purchase, and will elect officers for the coming year. The meeting includes routine financial reports and a director's update on parks projects.

• Approval of bills dated 12/7/21-1/4/22 in the amount of $16,098.82
• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2021 meeting
• Election of officers for 2022
• Furnace update and land purchase update under old business
• Director's update on Community Center, Groen Preserve, 5-year Rec Plan, and Parks Grant

The Otsego County Parks & Recreation Commission approved bills totaling $16,098.82 and elected Dave Baragrey as President, Scott Courterier as Vice President, and Bonny Miller as Secretary for 2022. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes with a correction to the 2022 meeting schedule. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on the furnace installation, land purchase, and recreation plan.

• Approved bills dated 12/7/21-1/4/22 in the amount of $16,098.82
• Elected Dave Baragrey as President for 2022
• Elected Scott Courterier as Vice President for 2022
• Elected Bonny Miller as Secretary for 2022
• Approved previous minutes as corrected

Board of Commissioners

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners is holding an organizational meeting to elect a vice-chairperson and to consider a resolution honoring Commissioner Douglas Johnson for 40 years of service. The meeting includes public comment and board remarks.

• Election of Vice-Chairperson
• Resolution OCR 22-01 honoring Douglas Johnson for 40 years of service

The Otsego County Board of Commissioners held its organizational meeting, unanimously electing Rob Pallarito as Vice-Chairman. The board also unanimously adopted a resolution honoring Commissioner Douglas Johnson for 40 years of service. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Rob Pallarito as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution OCR 22-01 honoring Douglas Johnson for 40 years of service (unanimous)