A commissioner proposed transferring the fairgrounds into the Parks & Recreation fund to relieve strain on the general fund and allow fairgrounds improvements funded by the parks fund; commissioners asked for additional financial breakdowns and historical comparisons before any decision.

Following a lengthy public and council debate about haw many geese cause nuisance, the council approved Alpena County’s request to hold a controlled goose hunt on county fairgrounds on selected September dates; members also directed continued nonlethal efforts and better data collection.

Board accepted a nearly $6,000 private donation for sheriff’s office community engagement programs, approved a budget coding correction for offender expenses, and voted to fund a detective-sergeant position after extended discussion about staffing, union implications and long‑term funding risks.

County staff told commissioners the state 9-1-1 office requires reporting by May 15, forcing a special election to renew the surcharge; commissioners approved the request and discussed seeking legislative fixes to avoid recurring special elections every six years.

Sunrise Mission informed the Alpena County Board of Commissioners that its donor-funded shelter is running at or beyond capacity, that the organization declines federal and state funding, and asked the county to help secure a larger facility and other supports.

The Alpena County Board approved a $15,000 DNR ORV enforcement grant and a $3,450 snowmobile enforcement grant (with $450 county match), authorized a $68,435 Motorola radio console installation funded from the ambulance fund, enacted a spending freeze through year-end, and approved the FY2026 budget for public display.

Director discusses risks of privatizing public mental health services and calls for resolution.

Commissioners allocate funds for hiring students to oversee brush collection site operations.

Alpena County initiates process for $72,000 grant to fund emergency generators after ice storm.

Commissioners commend Alpena County employees for swift action during recent ice storms.

Board assesses two parcels near Long Lake Park, confirming wetlands but no lakefront property.

Commissioners consider joint application with NEEMA for USDA grant amidst funding challenges.

Department head commends Ogden County leadership for their hands-on storm recovery efforts.